Title
Deer with Antlers Ornament
Year/Period
early 20th century
Region
Singapore
Material
Dimension
Object size: 1.9 x 1.7 x 0.6 cm
Accession No.
2016-00838
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Winson Tan in memory of the late Edward Tan TL
This deer ornament is done almost entirely with filigree work. Deer are often believed to live to a very great age and are at times depicted with a pine tree, which collectively represented longevity. It is likely that this ornament was originally sewn onto a textile such as a ceremonial handkerchief or a wedding headband.This ornament is part of a group donation from descendants of Tan Kim Seng and Tan Jiak Kim. Both were wealthy merchants, philanthropists and leaders of the local Hokkien community.
