Chinese Rank Badges

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was displayed in the front and back of the official robe to indicate one's rank status.

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was displayed in the front and back of the official robe to indicate one's rank status.

This antique Chinese silk rank badge from the Daoguang period is a remarkable piece of history.

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was displayed in the front and back of the official robe to indicate one's rank status.

A finely embroidered silk civil rank badge panel (known in Chinese as Buzi) in giltwood circa late 19th century Qing dynasty, The square panel is centered by a silver peasant, the sy...

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi. The design is centered by a golden peasant, the symbol of the second rank official in the court of Qing Dynasty.

This is an exquisite Antique Chinese Silk Kesi Kossu Rank Badge from the Qing Period.

On offer is a matching pair of embroidered silk civil rank badge panels (known in Chinese as Buzi) in black lacquer frames.

A mandarin square, also known as a rank badge, was a large embroidered badge sewn onto the surcoat of officials in Imperial China, Korea, in Vietnam, and the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Fretwork borders depicting pinyin wan motifs create a fitting enclosure that complements the lavish style of this antique Chinese rank badge.

Exquisite Chinese silk embroidery of a rank badge with pheasant in the central field.

Late 19c Fifth Rank Badge with Silver Pheasant. Embroidered in 'Satin Stich' with gold and multicolored threads on a rich blue silk background. Framed: 17 1/4" x 17 1/4" x 1 5/8".

Chinese Qing dynasty embroidered court rank badge of a first rank civil official, depicting a Manchurian crane facing right, standing on a rock surrounded by waves and clouds with fr...

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi and because it is split, it was originally placed on the front of the robe.

The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which was displayed in the front and back of the official robe to indicate one's rank status.

Antique Chinese Mandarin official rank badges by Qing dynasty, in very good condition.

A pair of framed Chinese woven silk Mandarin Duck Civil rank badge embroideries.

This Badge is in wonderful condition and has been reframed and matted. This came from a collection from and archaeologist who said this is a reproduction from the late 60;s 70.s. Gre...

This rank badge is the insignia of a particular group of the Chinese bureaucracy, called the "censorate", in charge of investigate and regulate the actions of general bureaucracy, in...

A pair of framed antique Chinese embroidery textile panels circa 19th century of Qing Dynasty. Each piece features two mirror-matching panels (likely designated to be the sleeves), f...

This is a striking vintage Art Deco period embroidered panel, showcasing exquisite Chinese craftsmanship, circa 1930. This decorative silk cotton wall piece offers delicate detailing...

Hand embroidered in Japan, this large framed silk embroidered wall art was made in Meiji era, approximated 1900s. Very detailed hand embroidered mandarin duck and tree and floral in ...

This is an antique framed silk panel. An Oriental, embroidered decorative scene known as the 'Hundred Children' dating to the early 20th century, circa 1900. Fascinating Oriental ...

A large Chinese embroidery work of art presented in a carved gilt frame with and silver borders, circa late Qing Dynasty 19th century. The impressive work depicts two well beloved Ch...

Mid-century Chinese Silk Embroidered Tapestry of Children Playing, which symbolizes innocence and joy. Tapestry features multiple children in a garden setting surrounded by flowers,...

A rare 16-17th cenury Ming Dynasty standing table screen. Untoched original condition. Hand carved wood, the panel is carved with relief details depicting a dragon, cranes, mythical...

A finely embroidered Japanese silk Fukusa panel presented in a beautiful brocade-wrapped fame. Circa late 19th century of Meiji Period, Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art u...

A finely cast bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara in his four-arm form with gilt and polychrome surface. The Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion is worshiped in all Buddhism sect as one ...

An embroidered silk collar from China dated to late Qing Dynasty circa 19th century. Known as Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder or Cloud Collar). This striking example features a two-tiered d...

A framed finely embroidered Korean silk rank badge (Hyungbae in Korean) from Joseon Dynasty circa late 19th century. The badge features a design of double flying cranes surrounded by...

A matching pair of porcelain plaque from late Qing dynasty nicely framed in giltwood carved as bamboo. The Famille Jaune plaques were likely the remnant from a much larger group, per...