Imperial Palace Dragon Chinese Gold Thread Robe Sleeves Embroidery QING
A mirror pair of Chinese gold thread robe sleeves or panels. Beautifully worked depicting Imperial Dragon, Foo Lion and Phoenix bird amid swirling clouds, using different shades of gold thread.
There is an emblem at the bottom of the sleeve could be something from the Imperial court or palace? All encased in a Ruyi border. Very difficult to photograph as behind glass and there is always a glare.
Very good, slight wear and staining (see pictures). Early 19th possible late 18th. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Textiles". The seller is "northernantiques" and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.- Primary Material: gold thread
- Sub-Type: textile
- Antique: Yes
- Original/Repro: Vintage Original
- Product: Textile
- Region of Origin: Chinese
- Age: 1900-1940
- Country of Origin: China