Chinese Export Hair Ornament
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, Guangxu Period, 1875-1908
Object NameOrnament
Mediumivory
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 23.2 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006960
About MeThis hair ornament is decorated with a girl carrying a lotus flower carved in low relief.The lotus flower is associated with Buddhism and is a symbol of feminine beauty and purity.
This hair ornament was made for the export market.
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Daoguang Period (early 19th Century)
Qing Dynasty, 18th century
Qing Dynasty, possibly 19th century
Meiji Period, 1868 - 1912
Meiji Period, 1868 - 1912
19th Century
