A silver and gold inlaid bronze belt hook, Daigou
Warring States Period
The broad, rounded shaft decorated with silver and gold sheet and wire inlay forming spirals and geometric motifs terminating below a tapering dragon's head hook, the reverse with a knop for attachment, the bronze of rich coppery colour, some malachite encrustation
11.3 cm. long
A silver and gold inlaid bronze belt hook, Daigou
Warring States Period
The broad, rounded shaft decorated with silver and gold sheet and wire inlay forming spirals and geometric motifs terminating below a tapering dragon's head hook, the reverse with a knop for attachment, the bronze of rich coppery colour, some malachite encrustation
11.3 cm. long
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