Pillow talk that speaks volumes
A particularly special exhibit is the pearl pillow unearthed from the tomb of the King of Nanyue, a kingdom that existed from 204 BC to 111 BC. It was established after the collapse of the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC), and encompassed what is now Guangdong, the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region and surrounding areas.
The pillow is made of 470 unprocessed pearls, with diameters ranging from 0.1 to 0.4 centimeters, indicating its owner's elite status.
Another special exhibit is a tiger-head pillow, which symbolizes courage and strength, according to Guo.
"Tiger-head pillows are made in various ways," she explains.
"Some craftspeople embroider images of the head. Others carve or sculpt them from jade, wood or porcelain. In ancient times, these pillows were often for children, and represented good fortune and healthy growth."
