Bidspirit auction | 19thC Chinese Dragon Silk Kesi/Gauze

19thC Chinese Dragon Silk Kesi/Gauze Robe (Jifu) - Late 19th-century Chinese Qing Dynasty semi-formal court robe (jifu). Indigo blue ground features woven auspicious motifs, dragons, gold-wrapped metallic threads and classic lishu wave borders. Lightweight summer textile of silk gauze/woven material appears to have been professionally tailored into a modern silhouette, making it a wearable piece of historic textile art. Period round metal toggle buttons with woven loop fasteners. Good condition. Minor age-appropriate surface wear, minor loose/pulled threads. Has been altered. Measurements: collar to hem is approx. 49”L, chest (from armpit to armpit) is approx. 17”, waist is approx. 32”, sleeve length approx. 17.5” not including decorative cuff. Condition: Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging/use. Request Condition Reports via email or telephone in advance of the auction. Any condition report verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The buyer is expected to be the expert. Country of origin, material is not guaranteed. Credit or Debit Card payments by New Buyers of high value items, gold, or silver will not be accepted; instead, form of payment must be cash, cashier's check, money order, or electronic funds transfer. // Registration, bidding, and participation in this auction constitute the bidder?s electronic acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, forming a legally binding contract enforceable under applicable law.