E1526: 19th Century Chinese Civilian Rank Badge, Embroidered Silk , Round: Black and Gold

Ethnographic

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Identifier:

E1526

Classification Category:

3:Personal Artifacts ➞ Adornment

Marks/Labels:

N/A

Materials:

fabric ➔ cloth ➔ silk
fabric ➔ thread ➔ embroidery thread

Dimensions:

27.5cm L
24.5cm W

Provenance of Object:

Original owner unknown, owned by a collector who traveled during the 70s, Judy bought from estate sale in 2009 and Luther college received them in 2019

Production Date:

19th century

Use/Function:

used to display rank on ceremonial robes; now a decorative piece.

Source Locality:

China

Acquisition Date:

2009

Description:

Chinese civilian rank badge; black and gold embroidered silk; used to display honor; now decorative.

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