Silk. China, Qing, 19th – early 20th century
HEIGHT 9,5 CM, WIDTH (HEAD) 14 CM
A particularly amusing, handcrafted headband for a small child. 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. Sequins sewn onto the earflaps, black headband. Best preservation and color vitality.
Expertise: Wolfmar Zacken
From the collection of an Austrian diplomat