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late 17th–early 18th century · Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi) · Asian Art

The mandarin duck corresponds to the seventh rank of civil officials. By the end of the seventeenth century, Qing dynasty norms had developed and taken hold in the iconography of rank badges. At that time the animals and birds on badges were depicted looking at a sun disk, said to represent the emperor. It is seen in the upper right of this badge.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 17th–early 18th century

Medium

Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Anonymous Gift, 1946