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19TH CENTURY
Details
A GROUP OF TWELVE KINGFISHER FEATHER EMBELLISHED HAIR ORNAMENTS
19TH CENTURY
The group comprises hair ornaments variously shaped as flowers, plants, bats, and shou characters. Some with embellishments including: jadeite, coral, and hardstones. The kingfisher feathers are of a vibrant turquoise tone.
The largest 5 ½ in. (14 cm.) long
19TH CENTURY
The group comprises hair ornaments variously shaped as flowers, plants, bats, and shou characters. Some with embellishments including: jadeite, coral, and hardstones. The kingfisher feathers are of a vibrant turquoise tone.
The largest 5 ½ in. (14 cm.) long
Provenance
Property of a Private English Collector, acquired in the 1990s.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.