Qing Dynasty circa 1880-1900, hand stitched and with embroidered dimensional silk and metallic details with back panel. With recent stand.

Private Collection, Richmond, VA

In traditional Chinese society, for festive occasions, young children were clothed in hats decorated with symbols to protect against evil and ensure a long life. Tigers, rabbits, bats and dragons were believed to give a child strength, frighten away evil spirits, bring academic success, and ensure a prosperous future.

In good condition given age and uses; this hat has one animal face above the other and one ear is lacking; several loose threads.

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