Traditional Chinese Hairpin | Pearl Hair Piece | Wedding 。Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Hairpin Ornament, from the 18th Century or earlier. From a Greenwich CT estate - A fantastic scholar’s artifact, richly carved with immortals/scholar motif with bamboo and plum blossoms, deeply symbolic auspicious symbolism celebrating nature and philosophy. Made from either water buffalo or ox bone. The scholars with flowy loose robes, one with their hair in a knot, the other wearing a dongpo or futou hat, which dates this piece to the Ming Dynasty - laws changed under the new ruler, the Qing era required they wear their hair braided and the hats changed and now they wore the conical hat. This alone helps accurately determine the age of this artifact. Well executed details combined with a simple, elegant design, their faces soft and expressive. Having developed multi-hued amber patina, this piece Measures 11\" long, in Excellent Condition especially for its age, very well preserved and displays beautifully. This piece is a visual essay on Confucian morality, intellectualism, and resilience. A wonderful piece of art rich in history, and the perfect addition to your collection. Also perfect for a Chinese Wedding hair accessory, an elegant way to honor tradition. Check out our other listings for more incredible Antique Chinese treasures, including another hairpin ornament.