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Rank Badge with Wild Goose

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square black and white textile with intricate embroidery. Embroidered border around edge with floral pattern. Background filled with swirling clouds and waves, featuring a large bird flying over waves, resembling a goose or swan. Bird has long neck and tail feathers, with wings spread. Bottom of textile depicts layered, chevron-patterned mountains. Floral and wave patterns throughout. Title: Rank Badge with Wild Goose. Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 608 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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