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Title
Button: ji guan
Description
One first rank ji guan (Chinese court official's hat) insignia. Comprises an opaque pink sphere threaded between a base and cap of bronze with traces of gilding. Base presents a stylised moulded design including a badge exhibiting seal character 寿 shòu (longevity). Cap reiterates shòu motif.
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Physical Dimensions
58.70x33.27mm (h x w)
Museum Ac. No.
C1957.471
Usage Rights
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Period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)
Collection
Citation
“Button: ji guan,” China, Art and Cultural Diplomacy, accessed October 24, 2024, http://rewialleyart.nz/items/show/1033.