Medallion with two peacocks 16th century China 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 Medallion with two peacocks. China. 16th century. Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi). Ming dynasty (1368–1644). Textiles-Tapestries

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