Rank Badge of the Wife of a Military Official of the Fifth Rank with Design of Bear and Eight Daoist Emblems

Culture: Chinese
Dynasty: Qing dynasty, 1644–1911
Period: possibly Xianfeng period, 1851–1861
Period: possibly Tongzhi period, 1861–1875
Date: mid-19th century
Material: Silk in tapestry weave (kesi) with foil wrapped threads, applied border, silk backing
made in: China, Asia
Classification: Jewelry & personal accessories, textiles
Collection: Asian Art
Current Location: Not on view
Dimensions: 10 3/16 x 10 1/16 in. (25.8 x 25.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of General and Mrs. Percy J. Carroll
Rights: Public Domain
Object Number: 240:1975.2

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