Framed embroidery piece

Along with the George Washington crest, I found this piece of embroidery, framed at the same frame shop in NY. It appears to be very old. Does it look American? Why would someone pay to have it professionally framed....is it special? The piece measures 5 1/2" across. Thanks.

 

It appears to be Chinese rank badge. Given shared gray fabric backing, obviously framed for the same home as your other item.

Debora

 

Thanks, Debora. I had a suspicion that it was not American.

 

It's not the finest embroidery. I wouldn't think old, old (1920s perhaps?) and done in the manner of a rank badge. Let's see what others think.

Debora

 

I agree, it is Chinese and older. But it is not a rank badge or inspired by rank badges, which are square and have a bird or animal in the centre to signify the rank.
It is simply a sweet embroidery of a peony and a sailboat (rock?), probably a souvenir.

 

I wondered if it was a pyramid. Thanks, AJ and Debora.

 

Thank you, Any Jewelry. I stand corrected and apologize to NewEngland for the misinformation.

Debora

 

You're welcome Debora. We live and learn. All of us.

 

Or better said... We live and learn (from you!)

Debora

 

And from you.

 

Ha! I wish.

Debora

 

I am always amazed at your knowledge (both of you!) and grateful for the education.