Description:
Jade Belt Buckle on Metal Box, China, the buckle with a carved dragon as hook and a crawling chilong on its belly, incised meander band to the sides, secured with four metal pegs, the rectangular green-enameled box with lobed corners, with a sheet metal band decorated with two chilongs alternating with two bats in repousse around the sides, the cover with chilongs and ruyi scrolls, jade lg. 4 1/8, box 1 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700
in good condition with minor tarnishing and wear to metal.
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Keywords
Jade Belt, ChinaSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
Asian Works of Art
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