Description:
Embroidered Military Rank Badge, China, 19th century, depicting a lion signifying the second rank, surrounded by ruyi-head clouds, flowers, and peaches, with Buddhist treasures in the rolling waves below, all embroidered in "forbidden stitch," in shades of blue and gold, with a narrow border or alternating bats and shou symbols, framed and glazed, sight size 11 5/8 x 12 3/8 in.
The Jim Dixon Collection, to benefit the Krishnamurti Foundation of America
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Few loose threads, good condition.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
China
Richard Belkin
Specialist, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247

Benjamin Mini
Director, Rugs & Carpets
Regional Director, Maine and Northern New England
508-970-3238

Colin Kraft
Business Manager, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets
The Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets department brings years of experience and an extensive knowledge of the culture and artistry of rugs and textiles to bear in every appraisal, evaluation, and auction.