A fine embroidered dragon robe with five clawed dragons among clouds and auspicious motifs, China, 19th century. Photo Nagel Auktionen

Red ground plain silk densely embroidered with gold threads and polichrome silks, the fine gold embroidery executed in couched stitches, blue cuffs and neck, the blue silk cuffs showing also large golden dragons, most probably a lady's gown - Good condition, very few small stains, sleeves and hem resewn, very slightly shortened. L. 139 cm. Estimate 6000/8000 €

Property from a Bavarian noble collection 

Nagel Auktionen. Asian Art, 2013/05/10. http://www.auction.de