Dimensions: L. 183 cm. H. 148 cm.

This magnificent Chinese Yunjin (Nanjing brocade) dragon robe features a deep indigo silk ground elaborately woven with gilt-thread five-clawed dragons amidst scrolling clouds and wave motifs?iconic symbols of imperial authority. Crafted with the revered Yunjin technique, the robe displays intricate jacquard weaving with lustrous gold threads that contrast vividly against the dark silk. Measuring 183 cm in length and 148 cm in height, the piece exemplifies the pinnacle of Chinese imperial textile craftsmanship, blending technical mastery with symbolic imperial iconography for ceremonial use.

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