. . "Manchu woman's semi-formal robe (jifu) of red silk satin embroidered in coloured floss silks. The embroidery is in satin and pekin knot stitch and shows eight large roundels (batuan) containing flowers (peonies and chrysanthemums). Single flower sprays and large butterflies are also scattered on the ground. The hem of the garment is embroidered with three-peaked mountains emerging from waves. \n\nThe robe is full length and fastens on the right side with four loops. It has long and wide sleeves and wide horse hoof cuffs (matixiu). The neck, front flap and matixiu cuffs are trimmed with a dark blue silk band embroidered in multi coloured floss silks with flowers.\n\nThe robe has a blue silk plain weave lining."@en . .