Woven Military Rank Badge

Description:

Woven Military Rank Badge, China, late 19th century, depicting a lion signifying the second rank, surrounded by ruyi-head clouds, over a ground of stylized flower patterns, above crashing waves and lishui stripes, all in gold and brown with a red sun detail, 11 1/2 x 12 in.
The Jim Dixon Collection, to benefit the Krishnamurti Foundation of America
Estimate $1,500-2,000

Very good condition.


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