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Rank Badge with Silver Pheasant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a square, black and white artwork. The artwork depicts a silver pheasant with wings spread, flying over waves. The pheasant has a long neck, and its head is turned to the left. The background of the artwork is black with white embroidery. There are clouds and other designs throughout the artwork. The border of the artwork features an interlocking geometric pattern. The artwork appears to be a rank badge, likely from China. The title of the artwork is "Rank Badge with Silver Pheasant".

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th century
Medium:
Silk on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
581 × 625 px
Museum record:
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