During the Ming and Qing dynasties, high-ranking Chinese officials were easily recognizable by their distinctive embroidered surcoats. These surcoats were made from luxurious fabrics such as silk and adorned with intricate designs that included vibrant colors, gold threads, and animal patterns. The particular animal or bird embroidered onto the surcoat was significant as it indicated the official's rank and status.

Today, these antique insignia have become highly sought-after collectors' items, prized for their historical and cultural significance. They are considered valuable pieces of art and are admired for their intricate designs, detailed embroidery, and rich colors. These rank badges are not only a visual representation of the official's rank and status, but also a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of China during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

You'll receive a heavyweight, giclée, acid-free print that's created to last for generations. The museum-quality paper works perfectly with large, full-color images. The lightly-textured, matte finish captures fine lines and subtle colors, resulting in stunning works of art (without unwanted reflections) 

• Printed using eco-friendly, water-based inks
• FSC approved or sustainably-sourced paper
• Frame and matting isn't included. Print only.
• Shipped in a damage-proof artwork tube. 
• Premium-quality (200gsm) giclée, acid-free paper

➤ DIGITAL-RESTORATION ART

We specialize in digital recreations of vintage sacred and surreal art. Each work is a handmade digital restoration of the original image, not a pixellated copy of an Internet image that some other vendors may sell. We provide high-quality, clean digital restorations — true to the original — with great attention to detail.