Year End Holiday Prestige Sale
Lot 34:
Description
Keywords: qing dynasty, 19th century, kesi silk, social rank badge, bannermen, xiezhai, ruyi clouds, imperial court, buzi insignia, mythical beast emblem, standing waves, qing court symbolism, embroidery conservation
Kesi-woven silk panels depicting the Xiezhi (mythical justice beast) standing on waves beneath ruyi-shaped clouds against a blue diapered ground. Worked with silk and gold-metal threads and later mounted as a pair. Qing Dynasty, 19th century; formerly part of a court robe rank badge.
Kesi Silk Rank Badges: hold a special place in the rich tapestry of Qing Dynasty (19th century) China. These badges were essential symbols of one’s social rank, particularly within the Qing imperial court and military hierarchy. During the Qing Dynasty, the imperial court implemented a strict and highly structured system of social organization known as the "Eight Banners" (Ba Qi).
The Eight Banners were a system of military and administrative divisions that played a crucial role in governing and organizing the Qing Empire. These divisions were further categorized into different ranks, and individuals within the banners were required to wear corresponding badges to denote their rank and status.
Measurements: Frame: 14 3/4 x 15 3/4 in. (37.5 x 40 cm.), Sight: 10 5/8 x 11 5/8 in. (27 x 29.5 cm.) approx
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