Asian Art II - 19th May 2026
Lot 188
λ A CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER OPERA HEADDRESS
Estimate £1,000 - £2,000 | Hammer £6985
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Description
λ A CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER OPERA HEADDRESS
QING DYNASTY/REPUBLIC PERIOD
With a stand, 26.5cm wide. (2)
From a private collection, London.
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.