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Insignia Medallion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Insignia Medallion by unknown artist. Black and white round medallion. The medallion has an inner circular design on a black background with a lighter-colored outline. The inner circle consists of curvy lines forming clouds. The center of the medallion features a large bird with feathers and wings spread. The bird stands on a curvy line resembling waves or clouds. The outer edge of the medallion has a border of curvy lines. The background behind the medallion is white. The medallion has a damaged edge on the left. The border features curled ends and loops throughout.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 619 px
Museum record:
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