China, 1644-1912. Originally attached to an official's hat from the Manchu court and later re-fitted as a fan, comprised of a bundle of peacock feathers neatly bound together, with many beautifully displaying 'eyes'.Provenance: From the collection of Dame Eva Turner (1892-1990). Turner was an internationally renowned opera soprano. She was the subject of the biographical television documentary 'This Is Your Life' on two occasions, in 1959 and 1983.Condition: Excellent condition with only minor wear.Dimensions: Height 42 cmThe ling zhi or plume hat insignia was an award of distinction that could only be conferred by the emperor, generally in recognition of meritorious service. Double-eyed plumes could be awarded to Manchu nobles, and triple-eyed plumes were reserved solely for the first three ranks of Imperial princes.清代孔雀羽毛 中國,1644-1912年。最初為滿族官員帽花翎,後來又裝配成扇子,由一束束整齊地綁在一起的孔雀羽毛組成,許多孔雀眼都精美地表現出來。 來源:Dame Eva Turner (1892-1990)收藏。Turner夫人是國際知名的歌劇女高音。 1959年和1983年,她兩次主演了傳記紀錄片“This Is Your Life”。 圖片:Eva Turner 夫人飾演《圖蘭朵》 品相:狀況極好,只有輕微磨損。 尺寸:高42 厘米