A Lady of Winter: Tang Dynasty Lady with Ear Warmers: 冬日仕女: 佩戴耳衣-唐仕女

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Photographer: 立夏夏夏夏

A Tang dynasty lady wearing specialized ear warmers- called Er yi 耳衣 (lit. "Ear Clothing/ Ear Covering.") specifically designed to protect ears from winter’s harsh cold. They can be seen as the earmuffs of old- with materials made of luxurious brocade or fur. While their exact design remains unknown, murals and figurines hint at two styles: one with long fur strips hanging from the ears and another with fabric covers tied at the sides.

 

HISTORICAL DEPICTIONS

 

Mural of court ladies in the tomb of Li Yong, Tang Dynasty.

Head/ ear warmers from later eras. Ming scholar with head warmer. By the Ming Dynasty, a new iteration called "Nuan Er 暖耳" (Lit. "Ear Warmers")  emerged- including variations that resembles iconic Russian fur caps called Ushankas and was officially integrated into court attire- often worn by officials in the north.

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