Dragons were believed to be the celestial creatures that protected and represented the Chinese emperor. As a result, the presence of dragons on Mandarin squares (cloth badges or insignias) was a clear symbol of the wearer's connection to the imperial court and their service to the emperor.

The depiction of the dragon on Mandarin squares was an art form in and of itself. The skill and intricacy of the embroidery was indicative of the official's rank and status, making Mandarin squares not only a symbol of rank but also a form of artistic expression.

You'll receive framed, heavyweight, giclée, acid-free print that's created to last for generations.

• Handmade by expert picture framers
• Giclée, museum quality, acid-free paper
• Framed prints are delivered ready to hang
• Milled, high-quality wood with a satin finish
• Hanging hardware and acrylic front-protector is included

➤ 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.