Fine Chinese Paintings and Works of Art - 17th May 2022
Lot 471
SEVEN CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER ITEMS
Estimate £500 - £1,500 | Hammer £2800
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Description
SEVEN CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER ITEMS
QING DYNASTY/REPUBLIC PERIOD
Comprising: an oval plaque depicting seven deities with their attributes above swirling clouds and strands of stylised bamboo leaves, three hairpins, one depicting a goddess standing next to a vase and a crane, one modelled as a bird, one decorated with an articulated dragon, a pair of dragon brooches, and a plaque with a scholar on horseback, variously adorned with kingfisher feathers, gilt metal and filigree, simulated pearls, and coloured hardstones, 20cm max. (7)
Provenance: a private collection, London.