Shining a light on historical featherwork art (IMAGE)
Caption
This tian-tsui headdress dates from the 19th century, and researchers are hoping to learn more about the feathers that provide its shining blue color.
Credit
Headdress (清朝 点翠头饰), Qing dynasty (1644 – 1912), 18th – 19th century China. Promised gift of Barbara and David Kipper. The Art Institute of Chicago.
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