Late Qing Dynasty Kingfisher Feather Hair Ornament

Item Details

A late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Chinese hair ornament. The pin displays a large reticulated painted brass decoration with Inlay kingfisher feather accents. The decoration is affixed to a single straight pin. 1938.0141

Provenance
Collected in the late 19th and early 20th century and donated to a Private Midwestern Institution in 1938
Sold to enhance and preserve the Institution’s mission-relevant Collections

Condition

Wear and markings consistent with age; single loose wire; minor paint loss

Dimensions

Item #

17COL077-298