明中期 緙絲孔雀紋補|Medallion with two peacocks

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16th century · Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi) · Asian Art

This medallion was a badge for a civil official of the third rank in the Ming dynasty. Originally square, it has been cut, perhaps to serve as the cover for a round box. Ming-dynasty rank badges were usually woven or embroidered as part of an official’s robe; later, in the Qing dynasty, separate badges were applied to their garments.

Artist

Unknown

Date

16th century

Medium

Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Fletcher Fund, 1942