藍地繡龍紋吉服袍 Chinese royal blue silk dragon robe, probably late Qing Dynasty.  © I. M. Chait Gallery

embroidered with metallic threads of dragons amid clouds and auspicious symbols; together with Shou, and typical lishui border; L: 56 1/2". Lot 373. Estimate $2,000-3,000

Provenance (by repute): Purchased 2003 from Fairhaven Antiques Bellingham, Washington 

I. M. Chait Gallery. Asian & international Fine Arts Auction  -  Jul 08 2012 11:00 AM. http://www.chait.com