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Rank Badge with Golden Pheasant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a square rank badge with a golden pheasant in the center. The pheasant has its wings spread and is surrounded by intricate designs and patterns. The background of the badge features swirling clouds and foliage. A border of similar patterns surrounds the edge. The image is likely a reproduction or print of a traditional Chinese rank badge, titled "Rank Badge with Golden Pheasant".

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 614 px
Museum record:
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