Head ornament in the form of “Haiwu tianshou” design, Qing dynasty, Jiaqing reign(1796-1820)
- Image Number: K1D008395N000000000PAB
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Miscellaneous objects
- Function: Dress accessories
- Material: Minerals/Metals/
- Description:
The cloud patterns and waves made by Jinleisi constitute the base of the fairyland. A western style pavilion with diamonds in the center is the center of vision. A figure on one side holds a branch to throw, illustrating the story theme of the work: the immortal throws a chip into the sea house every time he sees the sea changing into a mulberry field. This story has been used as a blessing for a long life since the late Ming Dynasty. It depicts a pavilion, a bottle and a chip on Penglai Island, or a chip with a crane. This work is composed of many small units of moire, which is one of the styles since the late Qianlong period. The figures and houses are inlaid with diamonds. It is likely to be composed of parts of ready-made western products. It has the fun of story while celebrating the birthday. (Therefore, 8395~8396 are paired)
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