Chinese Embroidered Silk Robe, early 20th c., with bird, butterfly, and floral decoration, H.- 49 1/2 in., W.- 62 in., Shoulders- 24 in.

Condition consistent with age and use. An 8 inch tear is noted in the edge of the left sleeve. A section of silk, measuring 4 by 1 ½ inches, is lacking from the top of the left shoulder, with fraying to the surrounding areas. A 1 ½ inch tear is noted lower on the shoulder. Two other tears, measuring 4 ½ and 2 inches, are seen in the middle of the sleeve. Threads on the button loops are loose. The topmost loop is detached but present. The second loop is lacking. A 3 ½ inch tear is noted in the edge of the right sleeve. Scattered 1 inch tears are observed in the top of the right shoulder. Fraying is noted to the back of the collar. A 1 inch stain is observed on the front between the 1st and 2nd buttons. Another pea-size stain is seen near the bottom button. An elegant example with excellent detail. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.