Saturday, 19 August 2017

Liao Dynasty Phoenix HairPin

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Some metalwork for a change. Yes this really was a hairpin.

Most of the examples I've seen were created for the Imperial Family or Aristocrats however I have seen references that they were also used by wealthy families as parts of wedding outfits.

I wonder if they were ever made in bronze or copper or enamel for families who couldn't afford gold?


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