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雅宜山齋藏珍
(Lots 1001 - 1070)
雅宜山齋藏珍
(Lots 1001 - 1070)
Lot 1003
A GOLD 'SHOU' HAIRPIN AND A PAIR OF GOLD 'FLORAL' EARRINGS Qing Dynasty
Ending from 20 November 2025, 14:00 HKT
Online, Hong KongHK$8,000 - HK$12,000
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A GOLD 'SHOU' HAIRPIN AND A PAIR OF GOLD 'FLORAL' EARRINGS
Qing Dynasty
Hairpin: 8.8 cm long, 17.9 g; earrings: each 1.58 cm diam., total 4.7 g (3).
Hairpin: 8.8 cm long, 17.9 g; earrings: each 1.58 cm diam., total 4.7 g (3).
Footnotes
清 金壽字雙尖簪一件及金花卉耳環一對
This gold double-pointed hairpin was a staple in women's hair buns from the late Qing Dynasty to the Republic period, renowned for its unique shape and intricate design. With its oval, pointed ends and a narrow waist in the middle, this ingenious structure was designed specifically to secure a bun. Its shape resembles a delicate carrying pole, with its two spindle-shaped ends creating a harmonious balance. The decorative patterns on each end could be unified or distinct.
The present lot utilizes a combination of stamping and engraving techniques: First, a regular 'shou' character motif is pressed into the base, followed by intricate engraving details. This ensures a cohesive overall design while imbuing the piece with rich, layered, and vibrant charm, fully showcasing its unique artistic charm. The pair of gold earrings with floral motifs, which seems to be simple accessories are indeed a reflection of the daily life of Qing Dynasty women, embodying a perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and aesthetics of that time.
金質雙尖簪，亦稱押發扁簪、對頂簪或壓發簪，系清末至民國時期女性髮髻的重要裝飾飾品，以其獨特的造型與精巧設計而著稱。該簪整體呈兩端橢圓尖銳、中間收腰的形態，結構設計巧妙，專為固定髮髻中心而制。其形制宛如一根精緻的扁擔，兩端紡錘狀造型對稱協調，且兩端的裝飾紋樣既可保持統一亦可各具特色。
本雙尖簪採用壓模與鏨刻工藝相結合的製作技法：首先運用壓模工藝壓制出規整的「壽」字紋基礎紋樣，繼而通過鏨刻技藝對細節進行精妙點綴，既確保了整體造型的統一性，又賦予作品豐富的層次感與生動韻味，充分展現了獨特的藝術魅力。另附金質花卉紋耳環一對。此類看似簡約的飾品，實為清代女性日常生活的精緻寫照，方寸之間凝聚著傳統工藝與世俗審美的完美融合。