Art Institute of Chicago
Hairpin with Head formed as Melon, with Melon Blossoms, Foliage, and Small Melons
China
- Date
- Song/Jin dynasty, 12th/13th century
- Medium
- Gold repoussé; openwork with hammered and chased details
- Culture
- China
- Department
- Arts of Asia
- Institution
- Art Institute of Chicago
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- Object type
- AAT300209261
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