Mongolian Style Hat

Name/Title

Mongolian Style Hat

Entry/Object ID

2013.07.00045

Description

Blue and white embroidery on red silk. Foliate rim has striped satin stitch embroidery with waves on the bowl of the hat which is topped with a silver and simulated glass finial with Mongol script.

Context

Hat worn by child during festive holidays, usually merchant class and up the in the social hierarchy.