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Rank Badge

Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722)
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The bird shown on this badge is a crane, corresponding to the highest rank of civil official. The badge is woven in a fine silk tapestry weave (kesi) with some details, especially outlines, in metallic thread. The sun, at the upper right, was a Qing-dynasty innovation not found on Ming badges.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Rank Badge
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi)
  • Dimensions: 11 x 11 in. (27.9 x 27.9 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Tapestries
  • Credit Line: Bequest of William Christian Paul, 1929
  • Object Number: 30.75.830
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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