👑 CEREMONIAL HATS FROM THE QING DYNASTY 👑

In my collection I proudly present these extraordinary rarities: two ceremonial Chinese hats, living witnesses of the opulence and symbolism of the Qing dynasty (1644–1912). Every embroidered detail, every golden silk petal, every hand-stitched motif carries us back to the world of the imperial court, where attire reflected hierarchy, spirituality, and supreme power.

The vibrant colors – the red wool pom-pom on top, the golden thread embroidery, the floral and botanical patterns – are far more than decoration: they were visual messages of prosperity, longevity, and prestige. One of the examples even preserves its frontal metal applique, depicting figures in ceremonial attitude, an emblem of dignity and authority.

These hats were not mere accessories, but true crowns of rank and honor, worn in rituals and formal audiences, reserved for Qing officials and nobles. The delicate wear of the centuries, visible in the fragile silk and softened tones, adds a poetic aura, making them even more fascinating.

Such pieces are rare survivors of an empire that stretched across Asia, allowing us today to touch, with respect and emotion, the grandeur and lost beauty of Chinese history.

✨ A true privilege to share these jewels of fabric and memory.