Qing Dynasty Panther Military Badge

Chinese Qing Dynasty 6th rank military badge, c. 1870, of…
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Chinese Qing Dynasty 6th rank military badge, c. 1870, of rectangular form depicting a panther amongst cloud and wave scroll, with geometric border, in tones of brown, blue, cream and black, 27 cm x 30 cm catalogue note: the animal is looking over his shoulder towards the sun which represents the Emperor and a pure and just administration. Provenance: Collection of Judith Rutherford

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  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.

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