Title: Authentic 1936 Republic of China Primary School Diploma - Shanghai

Era: Republic of China (Minguo Year 25)

Dimensions: 10 1/2" x 13 1/2"

This is a rare and visually stunning original diploma issued on July 3, 1936. The document was awarded to a student named Feng Miaoging, an 11-year-old from Heshan, Guangdong, upon graduating from the "Huaien Private Primary School" in Shanghai.

Historical Features:

* Iconography: The top center features a portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-sen flanked by the "Blue Sky, White Sun, and a Wholly Red Earth" flags of the Republic of China.

* Official Seals: The document contains several crisp, red vermilion ink chops (official seals) from the school and the Principal, Fang Shukan.

* Condition: Excellent for its age. The paper shows a natural aged patina with minor edge wear and light foxing consistent with a 90-year-old document. The colors of the border and flags remain vibrant.

* Background: The paper features a complex, security-style lithographed background pattern, typical of high-quality documents from the Shanghai Republican era.

This is a museum-quality piece of Ephemera, perfect for collectors of Chinese history, educators, or those interested in pre-WWII Shanghai heritage. It would look magnificent framed.

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Antique Chinese Document, Republic of China, 1930s Shanghai, Sun Yat-sen, Vintage Diploma, Chinese Ephemera, Minguo Era, Asian History, Paper Collectibles, Genealogical Research, Private School History, Rare Chinese Art, 1936 Artifact


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: * Condition: Excellent for its age. The paper shows a natural aged patina with minor edge wear and light foxing consistent with a 90-year-old document. The colors of the border and flags remain vibrant.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Printmaking Materials

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: China
Art Subjects: Text

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; * Condition: Excellent for its age. The paper shows a natural aged patina with minor edge wear and light foxing consistent with a 90-year-old document. The colors of the border and flags remain vibrant.