Set of Hat Finials
1984.16.0045
Basic Information
Artifact Identification | Set of Hat Finials (1984.16.0045) |
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Classification/ Nomenclature |
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Artist/Maker | None |
Geographic Location | |
Period/Date | Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), 1730 – 1911 CE. |
Culture | Chinese, Manchu? |
Physical Analysis
Dimension 1 (Length) | 38.0 cm |
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Dimension 2 (Width) | 9.6 cm |
Dimension 3 (Depth) | 6.0 cm |
Weight | 663 g |
Measuring Remarks | None |
Materials | Plant--Wood, Glass, Metal--Brass |
Manufacturing Processes | Carved, Cast, Glassblowing |
Munsell Color Information | Dark Grayish Reddish Brown (10R 2/2) -ns |
Research Remarks
Published Description | Seven hat finials are mounted on wood stand. Each finial is a different color, denoting a specific rank for civil officials 1730-1911 in ascending order: red glass, coral, clear blue, glass order: Blue ceramic (lapis lazuler), clear glass, white, and brass. |
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Description | N/A |
Comparanda | N/A |
Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
Archaeological Data | N/A |
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Credit Line/Dedication | Gift of George E. and Cynthia M. Anner |
Reproduction | No |
Reproduction Information | N/A |