THREE CHINESE GILT METAL AND KINGFISHER FEATHER HEAD BANDS

QING DYNASTY

Each constructed in delicate layers on a reticulated base, one depicting bats amongst peaches, flowerheads and cloud scrolls, another with Buddhist lion dogs and brocade balls, the third with a butterfly and flower sprays, each mounted on a textile band, 30.5cm max. (3)

Provenance: a private collection, London.