A Chinese blue silk dragon robe, dating from the 19th century. Vivid red and gold design over dark blue, overall striking robe with central gold dragon at chest, two more dragons at front leg panels, all surrounded by red bats, peaches, and blue clouds, with wave imagery at the bottom over colorful rainbow stripes. The back echoes the design of the front.W. 43 1/2" (110.5 cm), H. 45" (114.3 cm)Provenance: collection of private New Jersey collectorCondition: good condition overall with loose thread to the edge of the robe, discolor to the sleeve