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Changzhou Comb and Bristle Museum

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Changzhou Comb and Bristle Museum. Combs and bristles are collectively called “zhi” (栉), one of the eight major ancient hair ornaments in China. As the saying goes: "Yangzhou rouge, Suzhou flowers, but Changzhou combs and bristles are the best." The museum showcases the development history, craftsmanship, and masterpieces of combs and bristles. Changzhou combs and bristles date back to the Jin Dynasty (265–420 AD) and have a history of over 1,600 years...

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Changzhou Comb and Bristle Museum. Combs and bristles are collectively called “zhi” (栉), one of the eight major ancient hair ornaments in China. As the saying goes: "Yangzhou rouge, Suzhou flowers, but Changzhou combs and bristles are the best." The museum showcases the development history, craftsmanship, and masterpieces of combs and bristles.

"Changzhou combs and bristles originated in the Jin Dynasty (265–420 AD) and have a history of more than 1,600 years. They were once exclusive treasures for the imperial court, hence earning the reputation of 'imperial combs and renowned bristles.' They are traditional handicrafts and also a 'Yanling specialty.'"