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Nov 26, 2008
Nov 26, 2008
String for Men's Hat
String for Men's Hat
갓끈 (冠綬)
1800s
Korea, Joseon dynasty
(1392-1910)
Wood
Overall: 38 cm (14 15/16 in.)
Gift of John L. Severance 1921.669
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This bead string was attached to men's hats called a gat during the Joseon period.
Description
Made of either agarwood or red sandalwood, this bead string was once attached to a man's hat called a gat. Each bead bears an inscribed image of fish, birds, frogs, flowers, a boy holding a peach, and some characters of auspicious meanings such as longevity and good fortune.
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