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Civil rank badge

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Civil rank badge with a square shape. The background is black with intricate white designs throughout. The designs are swirling clouds. There is a large bird in the center with a long tail. The bird has many feathers and its wings are spread out. There is a border around the edge with a white and black design.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk with metallic thread (kesi)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 614 px
Museum record:
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