Silk. China, Qing, 19th – early 20th century
HEIGHT 11 CM, WIDTH (HEAD) 22 CM
An enchanting, playful headband for a young child worked in rich embroidery. Both ears are provided with flexible earflaps (to cover or expose the respective eye), mouth with teeth and tongue, beard, appliqué of a character for “king”on the forehead and nose are attached. Best preservation and color vitality.
Expertise: Wolfmar Zacke
From the collection of an Austrian diplomat