Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Bone & Coral Seed Bead Necklace
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Chinese Qing dynasty Carved Bovine Bone and Coral Seed Bead Necklace
Location of Manufacture: China
Period of Manufacture: Qing Dynasty (1644-1912)
Dimensions: 16"(l)
Weight: 1 ounce
For your consideration is a striking Chinese Qing Dynasty carved bovine bone and coral seed bead necklace depicting pomegranates. As the Chinese character for “seed” (zi) is the same as that for “son,” the many-seeded pomegranate is viewed as a symbol for having multiple sons who are expected to continue the family line. The use of puns and rebuses to express wishes for good fortune, longevity, prosperity, and even academic success has been a common theme in Chinese art. This necklace is delicately detailed from its intricately woven string, pierced spherical beads and tiny genuine coral seed beads. The beautifully carved amulet is double-sided and depicts a central tree branch or trunk surrounded by 3-dimensional foliage and pomegranates splitting open to reveal a multitude of seeds - one the best of symbols for a Chinese family. The central carving measures 1 7/8"(w) x 1"(h) x 1/2"(d).
Special Note:
Prospective purchasers are advised to be aware of and comply with relevant customs and international regulations for import or export of all lots containing coral, bone and other natural materials. For more information, please contact the auction house prior to bidding.
Provenance: From a Private Collection iin Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Keywords: carving amulet netsuke china asian fashion jewelry accessory fruit tree
Location of Manufacture: China
Period of Manufacture: Qing Dynasty (1644-1912)
Dimensions: 16"(l)
Weight: 1 ounce
For your consideration is a striking Chinese Qing Dynasty carved bovine bone and coral seed bead necklace depicting pomegranates. As the Chinese character for “seed” (zi) is the same as that for “son,” the many-seeded pomegranate is viewed as a symbol for having multiple sons who are expected to continue the family line. The use of puns and rebuses to express wishes for good fortune, longevity, prosperity, and even academic success has been a common theme in Chinese art. This necklace is delicately detailed from its intricately woven string, pierced spherical beads and tiny genuine coral seed beads. The beautifully carved amulet is double-sided and depicts a central tree branch or trunk surrounded by 3-dimensional foliage and pomegranates splitting open to reveal a multitude of seeds - one the best of symbols for a Chinese family. The central carving measures 1 7/8"(w) x 1"(h) x 1/2"(d).
Special Note:
Prospective purchasers are advised to be aware of and comply with relevant customs and international regulations for import or export of all lots containing coral, bone and other natural materials. For more information, please contact the auction house prior to bidding.
Provenance: From a Private Collection iin Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Keywords: carving amulet netsuke china asian fashion jewelry accessory fruit tree
Condition
Please use all images as addendum to condition statement. Item is in excellent condition with no noted damage, breaks, missing pieces or repairs minus some missing coral beads under one of the pierced spherical bone beads. Condition reports and additional photographs are provided by request as a courtesy to our clients. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of defects, imperfections, restoration, wear and tear, or the effects of aging. Cosas Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission, additionally all lots are sold 'As Is' and in accordance with the conditions of sale.
Weight
0.7 oz
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Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Bone & Coral Seed Bead Necklace
Estimate $150 - $300
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