Entry/Object ID
292 ChineseDescription
Chinese man's summer court hat, Qing Dynasty, featuring a shallow, conical crown of finely woven natural straw with a dense fringe of bright red silk threads radiating from the center. Surmounted by a cobalt blue glass finial set in an ornate metal mount, accompanied by a pale green jade-colored cylindrical plume holder attached with red cord. The lightweight woven construction and distinctive red fringe are characteristic of Qing Dynasty summer ceremonial headwear, with the blue finial traditionally indicating official rank.Acquisition
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#292 Chinese Summer Hat