AN EMBROIDERED SILK RANK BADGEChina, 19th century.
A silver pheasant on rock, waves and ruyi scepter heads, in the background stylized clouds, Buddhist emblems, bats, the character shou ("long life") and the sun, wooden frame and protective glass.
36 x 40 cm frame included
Provenance: Italian private collection.
The rank badge with silver pheasant was intended for civil officials of the fifth rank.
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