Tassel
CultureChinese
Date19th century
MediumBuddha finger fruit and silk
DimensionsOverall: 15 inches (38.1 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-712
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DescriptionGreen silk tassel suspended from a cluster of Buddha finger fruit. Worn to ward off bad effects of summer heat.
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