Lot 285; A kesi blue-ground nine dragon robe with the Buddhist emblems, China, 19th century. Length 148 cm. Estimate CHF 8 000 / 12 000 (€ 7 410/11 110)). Unsold © Koller Auctions

Nine five-clawed dragons are interwoven with gold threads into the silk, and are also repeated on the dark cesibarord at the neck opening and sleeves with inserted blue silk. To the classical dragon decoration belong little clouds, which are supplemented by bats and the eight Buddhist emblems, which also appear in the Urozean. Brass buttons and brocade loops close the side opening. Featuring beige satin.

Swiss private collection, acquired before 1997 in Hong Kong.

Koller Auctions. Asian Art: Himalaya, China - Tuesday 13 June 2017