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A group of four gold filigree hair ornaments, Ming dynasty the…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
8-Aug-2021
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Description:
A group of four gold filigree hair ornaments, Ming dynasty the inlaid ornaments 3.7 cm and 6.5 cm long, the phoenix ornaments approx. 2.1 cm long each, (4). The two gold examples inlaid with precious stones are the decorative top of a type of hairpins during the Ming dynasty, called xiao cha, or small pin. Each is fixed with a small tube to the back, for the addition of the legs, usually flat shaped, of such hairpins. The design of xiao cha is usually of floral motif or similar objects in three dimension, as are of the pieces in this lot. The inlay technique is prevalent in Ming dynasty headdresses, hairpins, and ornaments. For the possible usage of the 'phoenix' pieces, see notes of lot 15
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Category:
Oriental: Zother