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Qing Dynasty Kingfisher Feather Hair Pin Antique VINTAGE 19th Tian-tsui 點翠 Coral
Qing Dynasty Kingfisher Feather Hair Pin Antique VINTAGE 19th Tian-tsui 點翠 Coral

Qing Dynasty Kingfisher Feather Hair Pin Antique VINTAGE 19th Tian-tsui 點翠 Coral

$ 76.55

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: China
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Pre-owned
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Metal: Silver
  • Material: Kingfisher Feather

    Description

    Description
    This is a hair pin made from laying kingfisher bird feathers on silver metal. The technique and the beautiful blue fluorescent feathers were highly prized and sought after in 19th century China.
    Kingfishers are tiny birds and it takes a lot of skill to use their feathers in this manner. The technique, called tian-tsui, means “dotting with kingfishers” and involves adhering the feathers onto metal. This technique disappeared during the Chinese Revolution in the 1940′s.
    It's a fabulous piece of history.
    Size: 2 1/2" wide x 3" long
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