Rank Badge with Stylized Bear, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Silk, feather, and metallic thread embroidery on

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Rank Badge with Stylized Bear, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Silk, feather, and metallic thread embroidery on silk satin, Overall: 13 1/4 x 13 in. ( x 33cm), Textiles-Embroidered, The insignia of the fifth rank of military official is a stylized bear. The flames shooting from its body are a convention used to show supernatural powers

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Size: 4680px × 4840px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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