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Rank badge with two phoenixes

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Rank badge with two phoenixes depicts a gold background adorned with two phoenixes, one facing up and one down. The phoenixes have blue and orange wings, with orange beaks and feet. The phoenix on the left side is flying upward surrounded by orange and pink flowers with green leaves. The phoenix on the right side is flying downward. The bottom of the badge features blue and white waves on an orange background. The top and bottom of the badge have a border of blue, orange, and white clouds on a green background.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Silk and metal thread tapestry (kesi)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 603 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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