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Hairpin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Hairpin by unknown artist. Long, thin metal pin with a decorative top. The pin is angled to the left. Decorative piece attached to the top of the pin. The decorative piece has a semi-circular shape at the top, with a pattern etched into it. Three sets of chains hang down from the semi-circle. Each chain has a series of small, ornate shapes. The shapes are different on each chain. Two semi-circular shapes with patterns are below the chains. Three more sets of chains hang down from the semi-circles. Each chain has a small tassel on the end. The background is white. The image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Metal, amber, pearl, feathers
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
424 × 625 px
Museum record:
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