Chinese Silk Robe, 19th Century. photo courtesy Doyle New York

Embroidered with dragons in gold thread amid bats, clouds and character medallions, on a rust ground above breaking waves and a lishui stripe, fur borders. Length 54 inches. Estimate $1,000-1,500

Doyle New York. Asian Works of Art. Monday, March 21, 2011 www.doylenewyork.com