Rank Badge with Lion
After 1662 the lion corresponded to the first military rank. Sometimes the bear (fifth military rank) looked very much like a lion. This animal, flames shooting from his body, appears on a background completely embroidered in gold on silk satin thread. The rock in the waves below was once covered with iridescent couched feather thread.
Artwork Details
- Title: Rank Badge with Lion
- Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
- Date: early 18th century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Silk, feather, and metallic thread embroidery
- Dimensions: Overall: 13 1/4 x 12 7/8 in. (33.7 x 32.7 cm)
- Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
- Credit Line: Anonymous gift, 1943
- Object Number: 43.115.3
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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