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Hairpin

1644-1911 (made)
Place of origin

Pair of gold filigree hairpins, one set with 3 pearls (originally 4) and the other set with a pearl and a red stone.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Hairpin
  • Hairpin
Materials and techniques
Gold filigree inset with pearls and a red stone
Brief description
Pair of gold hairpins, Chinese, Qing dynasty (1644-1911).
Physical description
Pair of gold filigree hairpins, one set with 3 pearls (originally 4) and the other set with a pearl and a red stone.
Dimensions
  • M.41 1935 length: 10cm
  • M.41 a 1935 length: 9.5cm
Credit line
Purchased with Art Fund support, the Vallentin Bequest, Sir Percival David and the Universities China Committee
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
M.41A-1935

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Record createdJune 30, 2000
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