Chinese Silk Robe Qing Dynasty Antique Koi Fish Embroidered Brought US WWII Era

Antique Chinese late Qing Dynasty woman’s informal satin silk robe, finely embroidered in satin silk stitch with six roundels displaying vases with branches of various flowers, amidst branches, peonies, magnolias, and goldfish, all picked out in bright shades of red, blue, pink, brown, and orange, reserved on a cream - white ground, and edged by black silk. The cuffs, embroidered in suite, are bordered with a band of brocade. REFERENCES: (1) "Chinese Dress: From the Qing Dynasty to the Present" by Valery Garrett (2) "Imperial Wardrobe" by Gary Dickinson, Linda Wrigglesworth (3) "Silks for Thrones and Altars" by Myrna Myers. (4) "In The Presence Of The Dragon Throne" by John E. Vollmer (5) "When Silk Was Gold" by James C.Y Watt & Anne Wardwell. CONDITION: This (based on research) appears to be an authentic late Qing dynasty robe. It was brought back to the USA post WWII. There are minor spots to the robe outside, and a large spot to the interior that does not show through to the outside. Some discoloration to the interior around the collar. It has been folded and is wrinkled. I did not attempt to steam as I did not want to harm the material. The interior appears to be silk as well, but is thinner.