A Chinese Silk Kesi Red Ground Dragon Robe Panel

Qing dynasty (1644-1912), late 19th century, silk embroidered with silk and metallic thread, a panel from a court robe featuring a side facing five claw dragon worked in metallic gold thread with red fire bands reaching for a flaming pearl flying amidst swirling blue clouds and longevity symbols, all above a lishui border with waves populated by bats with peaches, presented under glass with double mats in gilt wood frame.

Frame dimensions 41 1/2 x 20 1/2 in., Sight size 35 1/2 x 14 in.

Very good estate condition; not examined outside of the frame.