Collection

Costume

흑각 석류 비녀
Hairpins with Pomegranate Design
Artifact Name
(English) Hairpins with Pomegranate Design  
(Korean) 흑각 석류 비녀  
(Chinese Character) 黑角石榴簪
Culture/PeriodJoseon 19th century
MaterialsWater Buffalo Horn
DimensionsL. 24.0, 26.3cm
Assigned No.
Description
A hairpin made of water buffalo horn is used for mourning or rituals. A long one is worn for rituals, and a short one for periods of mourning. This hairpin features a realistic design of unripe pomegranates, which looks like a flower from above. This particular hairpin was used for rituals in the royal court.