A MANDARIN'S VELVET-BRIMMED WINTER HAT
JIGUAN 19TH CENTURY

This magnificent Chinese dragon robe is crafted from fine red silk and lavishly embroidered with five-clawed dragons pursuing flaming pearls among clouds, waves, and auspicious motifs. The robe’s front and back each feature a central dragon surrounded by smaller dragons, stylized clouds, and floral scrolls, symbolizing imperial power and cosmic harmony.

The embroidery employs vibrant shades of gold, blue, green, pink, and white, with metallic threads accentuating the dragons’ scales and the swirling cloud patterns. The lower hem is adorned with wave and mountain designs, representing the universe’s balance between heaven and earth. A dark, patterned trim borders the collar and diagonal front closure, adding contrast and refinement Date: Late 19th Century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1912)
Dimensions: Height 100 cm × Width 135 cm
Material: Silk, metallic thread embroidery
Technique: Hand-embroidered with couched gold thread and multicolored silk floss

Condition: Very good condition.
Shipping: Worldwide, US$85.00 by A-Post with tracking number.