Openwork bone hairpin decorated with bamboo, peach, and fungus, Ch’ing dynasty
- Image Number: K1D004492N000000000PAB
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Miscellaneous objects
- Function: Dress accessories
- Material: Animal/bone/
- Description:
The head of the hairpin is carved in a bamboo shape, the bamboo leaves are hollowed out on the side, and several flat peaches are carved on the other side. The carving is meticulous, meaning to celebrate a long life. The hairpin is flat and tapered, and the tail is pointed.
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