Dragon Hat with Hat Box

Name/Title

Dragon Hat with Hat Box

Entry/Object ID

2013.07.00026

Description

Small two piece silk and velvet hat with molded dragons, interspersed with simulated semi-precious stone glass discs, beads, and graduated sized pompoms. On the back is a double Shou (longevity character), coin and bat panel.

Context

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