Insignia for an 8th rank civil official (quail)
Medium:Silk and gold tapestry (kesi)
Geography: China
Date: early 19th century
Period: Jiaqing (r. 1796-1820) or Daoguang (r. 1821-1850), Qing Dynasty
Dimensions:29.5 x 30.5 cm
Object number: 950.100.223.A-C
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Sigmund Samuel
DescriptionSet of insignia for the front and back of the pufu (overvcoat) of an 8th rank civil official (quail). Silk and gold tapestry (kesi) with gold ground and multicoloured design. Navy and gold border.