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Woman's Rank Badge with Wild Goose

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white square image with a bird in center. Bird has long neck and head turned backwards, wings spread out. Body of bird is decorated with detailed patterns. Bird appears to be flying over water or waves. Background includes clouds, and foliage. A border around the image includes geometric patterns and flowers. The large circular design element contains the bird and clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Silk on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 556 px
Public Domain
Yes
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