Fine Chinese Paintings and Works of Art - 17th May 2022
Lot 478
A CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER OPERA HEADDRESS
Estimate £2,000 - £3,000
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Description
A CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER OPERA HEADDRESS
QING DYNASTY/REPUBLIC PERIOD
The lacquered paper headband supporting a row of phoenix and dragons, surmounted by a central temple, below the domed metal frame adorned with elaborate paper-backed kingfisher feathers, glass stones and simulated pearl decorations, with red tassels suspended from a plaque at the back, the interior lined in red silk, with a wood stand, 26.5cm wide. (2)
Provenance: a private collection, London.