#36 Chinese Baby’s Ceremonial Hat with Finial

Object/Artifact

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MMN Estate Inventory

Entry/Object ID

036 Chinese

Description

Traditional Chinese baby’s ceremonial hat richly embellished with multicolored silk embroidery, appliqué, tassels, and decorative trim. The crown is surmounted by an ornamental metal finial, while the lower band is accented with a series of brass bat motifs, an auspicious Chinese symbol associated with good fortune and happiness. Additional floral embroidery, pink tassels, and a central carved-style medallion complete the elaborate design. Shown on a carved wood hat stand.

Made/Created

Time Period

Late Qing Dynasty / Early Republic Period

Place

* Untyped Place

China

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Date

Nov 14, 1991

Acquired From

Jon Eric Riis

Name/Title

#36 Chinese Baby’s Ceremonial Hat with Finial