the midnight-blue silk brocade ground couched in gold-wrapped threads with nine five-clawed dragons pursuing 'flaming pearls' amidst clouds, bats, and a selection of the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems' all above embroidered 'Mountains of Immortality' and lingzhi emerging from a roiling sea, a continuous panel of gold lishui stripes at the lower section of the robe, the black silk sleeves tapering to horse-hoof cuffs of chocolate-brown silk embroidered with further dragons and clouds, the interior lined with plain-weave silk of a deep violet color

The robe is in generally good condition for its age and type, with only a few areas of snagged or lost embroidery, wear to the satin sleeves (including tears along the edges), and minor expected discoloration to the lining.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.