Rank Badge (Buzi) III Tapestry Blanket
Rank Badge (Buzi) III Tapestry Blanket
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Officials in Ming and Qing dynasty China wore a badge of rank, or buzi, on the chest and back of their court robes, its bird or animal motif instantly signaling their grade within the nine-tier hierarchy of the imperial bureaucracy. These badges were commissioned individually or in pairs and ranged from modest embroidery to elaborate silk-tapestry weaving, depending on the wealth and status of the official who commissioned them. This example reflects the broader tradition of rank-badge weaving practiced across several centuries of Chinese court dress.
Jacquard-woven as a soft, double-sided tapestry throw with fringed edges — a warm layer for the sofa or bed.
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My order came a day early, which never happens. Everything I like about Rank Badge III is here and legible. Very happy with the purchase.
My daughter picked this out and she has better taste than I do. My friends recognized Rank Badge III right away, which surprised me.
I trusted the reviews on this shop and that was a mistake. The detail in Rank Badge III is so soft that the fine lines run into each other. Nobody has been able to tell me where my order actually is. I have given up on hearing back from anyone here…
I am sorry the color did not match what you saw on the site. We are rephotographing that piece this month. In the meantime we will refund you in full, and there is no need to send anything back.
It went exactly where I planned and needed no adjusting at all. It captures Rank Badge III well enough that I stopped looking for a better one. The quality is well above what I expected at this price point. It works in the nursery without fighting anything else in there. I am pleased with how this turned out.