Antique Chinese Silk Festival Hat, Tiger, Lotus Flower, Textile Art

This antique Chinese silk festival hat is really just an incredible and fascinating piece of Chinese history. These protection hats were handmade and decorated for children to wear during the festival and they usually feature one or more protective creatures. Each animal represents protection from evil and each have their own significant meanings. The detail and absolute craftsmanship that goes into each piece is really second to none, not to mention that they are beautiful pieces of textile art. This piece features a Lion with articulated parts, birds, butterflies and lotus flowers that make up side panels and also the top area. The lion has ferocious eyes and is bearing his teeth to ensure that the evil spirits are afraid and the child is well protected. It has silk panels that drop by the sides and an embroidered banding. Small size as designed for a child. Approx measurements: 18" circumference 9" length Condition: Good used condition overall, minor marks and some loosening of the cotton band in the inside, the articulated parts do not stand straight alone and there are a couple of visible moth holes in the silk. Any questions or queries please contact us. FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING