Antique Chinese Silk Embroidered Child’s Festival Headband. They are traditionally worn by children during festivals and special occasions to protect the wearer from evil spirits, empower them with strength and ensure a prosperous future. They are often embodied by shapes animals, especially zodiac symbols, and are meant to bestow the child with the animals’ traits. In this case, a pig or boar, which represents wealth, good fortune, and prosperity is considered honest, patient and hard working.

Crafted from the finest materials and carefully made with the greatest attention to detail, this is an adorable example of an antique festival “pig” Headband. The face is adored with embroidered stitching on the ears, a floral bouquet, and two tassels on either side of the head.

The condition is good for its age, with some disfiguring to flowers from storage. One nostril is missing and colored in. Please view photos carefully and ask if you have any questions.

5.5” diameter x 3”