Cantonese Opera Ornament Item Number: 1490/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Metal bird-shaped frame covered in rhinestones. Bird appears to be in flight, with outstretched wings and splayed tail feathers. A triangular cluster of rhinestones with a rhinestone fringe hangs from the bird's neck. A large pin is mounted to the underside of the bird.
History Of Use
Rhinestone hair pieces, such as this bird ornament pin, would also have been worn with Cantonese Opera Cheongsam costumes/dresses in the 1920s/1930s. Western-style earrings, and high heels may also have been worn.
Item History
- Made in China between 1920 and 1930
- Owned by Aileen P. Walker before April 25, 1991
- Received from Aileen P. Walker (Donor) on April 25, 1991
What
Who
- Culture
- Chinese
- Previous Owner
- Aileen P. Walker
- Received from
- Aileen P. Walker (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- China
When
- Creation Date
- between 1920 and 1930
- Ownership Date
- before April 25, 1991
- Acquisition Date
- on April 25, 1991
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 1490/0001