page_title: Twelve Ornaments
section_title: Symbols
hierarchical_section_title: Twelve Ornaments / Symbols
caption_attribution_description: 中文: 明神宗English: Emperor Shenzong of Ming (1563-1620)
context_page_description: The Twelve Ornaments are a group of ancient Chinese symbols and designs that are considered highly auspicious. They were employed in the decoration of textile fabrics in ancient China, which signified authority and power, and were embroidered on vestments of state.
context_section_description: The portrait of the Wanli Emperor (1563–1620) in his mianfu features all twelve ornaments:
caption: Portrait of the Wanli Emperor's mianfu featuring the twelve ornaments
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