Fine Chinese Paintings and Works of Art - 17th May 2022
Lot 474
SEVEN CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER HAIR ORNAMENTS
Estimate £500 - £1,500 | Hammer £2800
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Description
SEVEN CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER HAIR ORNAMENTS
QING DYNASTY/REPUBLIC PERIOD
Comprising: three head bands and four plaques, Tianhua, variously decorated with butterflies hovering above blossoming flowers; a pair of lion dogs and brocade balls; a pair of dragons and a flaming pearl compass; and a goldfish, each embellished with kingfisher feathers, four with coloured hardstones, 21.7cm max. (7)
Provenance: a private collection, London.