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Rank Badge with Mandarin Duck

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black square fabric with white embroidery. Embroidered design features a mandarin duck in the center. The duck faces left and appears to be standing on waves or water. The duck has detailed feathers and a distinctive tail. Surrounding the duck are stylized clouds, flowers, and other motifs. The border consists of interlocking geometric shapes and floral patterns. The title is "Rank Badge with Mandarin Duck" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 581 px
Museum record:
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