Qing Dynasty Emperor's Imperial Dragon Robe
Dragon is a mysterious and high-ranking animal in China. It represents the icon of emperor. Nine is a highest number in digits. 9 in I-Ching represents the sky and is also connected to dragon. Therefore, Nine dragons are weaved on the Chinese imperial robe.
Chinese Emperor's Nine-Dragon Robe of Qing Dynasty
Chinese Imperial Robe has 9 Dragons
They said Dragon King has nine sons. Nine Dragons become a good subject for painting in Chinese history. The best Chinese Dragon painter is Chen Rong of the Chinese Southern Sung Dynasty. His "Nine Dragons" painting is collected in the museum of fine arts Boston.
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