Asian Art Auction

December 05, 2011

LOT 398

Lot 398

Silk Blue Ground Brocade Dragon Robe, 19th Century

Silk Blue Ground Brocade Dragon Robe, 19th Century
Lot 398 Details
Silk Blue Ground Brocade Dragon Robe, 19th Century

With nine five-clawed dragons surrounded by the eight Buddhist emblems in a sky of scrolling clouds picked out in multi-coloured tones including pink, turquoise, rust, sky-blue, yellow, red and magenta, all against a dark blue ground
collar to hem height 51.2" — 130 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Silk Blue Ground Brocade Dragon Robe, 19th Century
  • Silk Blue Ground Brocade Dragon Robe, 19th Century
Provenance:

Lots 394 to 398: Chinese Works of Art from the Estate of David Carlisle. David Carlisle was Professor of physics, chemistry, and biology at the University of Toronto, and visiting Fellow of Massey College.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 398
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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