#130 Chinese Rank Badge

Clothing/Dress/Costume

MMN Estate Inventory

Entry/Object ID

130 Chinese

Description

Chinese aristocratic rank badge (buzi), circa 1850, traditionally worn on the front of a duke's court robe. The rectangular silk panel features a five-clawed golden dragon with an elaborate mane and outstretched limbs, surrounded by stylized clouds, auspicious symbols, and decorative floral motifs against a dark ground. The dragon appears above turbulent waves and diagonal bands representing water, executed in metallic gold and silver threads with subtle colored silk accents. A vertical center opening accommodates the front fastening of the robe. Finished with an ornamental border featuring longevity symbols and mounted in a black frame for display.

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Amount Paid

$1,600.00

Date

Aug 11, 1992

Acquired From

Jon Eric Riis

Disposition

Disposition Method

Transfer

Date Disposed

May 4, 2018

Transferred/Sold To

Jon Eric Riis

Name/Title

#130 Chinese Rank Badge