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Pendant in the shape of a headdress
Pendant in the shape of a headdress

Pendant in the shape of a headdress

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1800-1900
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsEmbroidered silk gauze
DimensionsOverall: H. 1 3/8 × W. 5 1/4 in. (3.5 × 13.3 cm)
Credit LineTransfer from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Gift of Miss Katherine Ball
Object number1988.11
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsTextiles
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The embroidery includes the character for "double happiness" (shuangxi) as well as auspicious motifs such as the Buddhist right-facing swastika and endless knot. The headdress, shaped like that of an official, conveys a wish for the owner to achieve official rank.