Vintage Chinese Folk Embroidered Tiger Head Pillow Handmade velvet & Corduroy
Product details
| Management number | 35842347 | Release Date | 2026/01/03 | List Price | US$18.63 | Model Number | 35842347 | ||
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Beautiful vintage Chinese "Tiger Head Pillow" (虎头枕, hǔ tóu zhěn), a traditional folk art piece symbolizing strength, courage, and protection. Handmade with vibrant materials, these pillows were often placed in children's beds to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.
Details:
• Handmade, likely mid-to-late 20th century
• Red velvet "head" section with colorful embroidery and sequins
• Shell accents for eyes
• Corduroy body with intricate stitched designs
• Plaid cotton underside
• Decorative yellow ribbon "claws" on corners
• Measures approx. 16"x7"x7"
Condition:
Good vintage condition with light signs of age and storage wear. Stitching and embellishments intact. Please review photos for exact details and condition.
Cultural Significance:
In Chinese tradition, the tiger is a guardian figure. Tiger head pillows were believed to protect children during sleep, bringing them strength and bravery. Today they are cherished as decorative collectibles and folk art treasures.
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Home decor > Pillow |
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| Brand | None |
| Condition | Good |
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