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Rank Badge with Egret

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white square textile with embroidered design; border of interlocking key-like shapes; background filled with curled scroll-like designs; large white bird with outstretched wing; surrounded by flowers; one wing raised; standing on base; "Rank Badge with Egret" by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 620 px
Museum record:
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