#689 Charming Embroidered Chinese Child’s Tiger Hat. Colorful silk embroidery on gold and silver foil applique covers much of the tiger including the hat top and the back wind flap; Chinese character “wang” for “king” on the tiger’s forehead indicates that the tiger is the king of the animals; Butterflies symbolize happiness peonies represent prosperity and wealth, and phoenix provides joy and peace; good brown cotton lining; fine condition; c 1890-1900; northern China; 18” circumference
