Dated to the late 19th century, this fine Chinese headrest is hand-crafted of lacquered hide atop an elongated bamboo frame. Used while sleeping like a modern pillow, the headrest has a pliable design that enabled contour comfort – quite luxurious for the time. Brushed atop an under layer of black lacquer, the bright cinnabar red lacquer finish has worn gently from years of use for a richly worn finish with subtle crazing. Brushed with gold pigments, each end is decorated with stylized flowers and accompanying poetry.
Minor restoration to splits along seams.
From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer.
Additional Dimensions:
Pillow: 10.5″W x 4.5″D x 4.5″H
Mount Plate: 10″W x 4″D
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Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
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Style:Qing(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:HideLacquered,Painted
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Place of Origin:China
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Period:Mid-19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
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Condition:GoodRepaired: Minor restoration to splits along seams. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
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Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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Reference Number:Seller: CFC594Seller: LU820040276572
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