Semi-formal jifu dress, blue silk embroidered with dragons, China, late 19th century Blue-backed, finely embroidered in gold thread and polychrome silk with nine four-clawed dragons chasing fiery beads amid lingzhi clouds, bats, phoenixes, flowers and auspicious symbols. In the lower part, earth diagrams surrounded by waves and precious Buddhist objects. H. 106 cm - W. 116 cm The dress is framed under glass, making it impossible to guarantee the condition of the hidden parts. Sleeves probably shortened, some stains, loose threads and wear on visible parts.