Hat

92-1-43A

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

View All (5) Object Images

Object Number 92-1-43A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Section Asian
Materials Bamboo | Wood | Textile
Description

Helmet-shaped round hat with conical peak. Made of woven bamboo strips and wicker interior. Exterior painted red and dark brown. Cloth strap is secured through two Chinese coins of the Southern Song dynasty, Jianjang period 1208-1224 CE. One of a pair (other is 92-1-43B).

Height 15 cm
Outside Diameter 26 cm
Credit Line Received from various sources, pre-1992

Report problems and issues to digitalmedia@pennmuseum.org.