4
Mar

Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr

Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr

Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
I believe its Chinese in origin and here’s why. The heavy tea pot type hangers, the dragon head on one of the claws, the high quality jade Bi that’s lotus flower set… For these reasons I think its Chinese. The lady I bought this from inherited it years ago. Her mother was a world traveler & expert collector of fine tribal and cultural jewelry. I think this is the best piece yet. Measuring from the end of the chain to where the largest amulet joins is 18 inches. (36total length apx) The large amulet and the 3 dangles would add another 2.5-3 inches. The diameter of the jade donut (bi) is apx 5/8ths inch. It spins freely in a lotus decorated bezel. The large amulet has a center collar so it can move freely too. I think all the beads are stone. Carnelian turquoise and coral? The largest claw is apx 3″ + 2″of dangle chain. The smaller about 2.5. The decoration on the smaller ones bezel has a dragon head. I’ not sure what the other is meant to represent. In the last 2 pictures you will see my test stone results and the only possible repair. I tested the hand made chain on left spot, the tip of a teapot, and the tip of a claw bezel. All three places show high content silver results. The last picture shows where I believe a “collar” was added to firm up the joint between the 2 bulbous beads of a teapot. The section that is made up of the 3 teapots and the dangles is sewn on with silk. Same with the 4 inches of work just below the claws and the teapot section. Maybe this necklace was to be worn on special events? I’m convinced its quite special. It weighs 105 grams. Please check out my other items. Thank you and Good luck! The item “Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr” is in sale since Thursday, March 03, 2016. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Vintage Ethnic/Regional/Tribal\Asian & East Indian”. The seller is “ubidemnow” and is located in Hannibal, Missouri. This item can be shipped to United States.
  • Jewelry Type: Necklace, Pendant
  • Metal: High Content Silver
  • Metal Purity: 900-950
  • Main Stone: Jade + others
  • Material: Necklace
  • Brand: Antique

Antique Chinese Necklace Silver Jade Carved Gems Dragon Court Prayer 36105gr
4
Mar

Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD

Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD

Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD
Get Vendio Gallery – Now FREE! Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD. Fine Old Chinese Ox Horn Wine Cup/Statue. Designed into a wine cup style with two powerful hornless dragons incised on the outerside surface. Carved with three auspicious beast head images as three feet at the bottom. Also decorated with coiling dragon patterns both on the brim of the mouth. The motif of this wine cup is to prevent all evil things. All the carvings are very auspicious. Is homonymous with the word for’forever’. Thus the wine cup itself is a very auspicious subject. The inside of the wine cup is well-hollowed. Actually this ox horn wine cup is only a good wish. It will be a nice decoraction for your beautiful home. The carving is very exquisite. The condition is old but very good. The ancients believed that dragon was the symbol of the supreme auspiciousness, a bridge between man, Heaven and the Deities. They thought that the dragon was able to summon wind and rain, ascend to and descend from Heaven, and produce auspicious signs. The dragon even appeared in astronomy and numerology, and influenced the passing of the imperial power. Hornless dragon refers to Chilong in Chinese character. It is one of the 9 sons of dragon in ancient Chinese folklore. In Chinese literature, it is often used to represent brave and fearless soldiers and fighters. Ox horning carving in China has a long history dated back to Han dynasty. It is said that ox horn has the function of detoxifcation and preventing evil things. If the ox horn touches poison, the poison will produce white foam. Thus many emperors ordered to have their bowls and cups made of ox horn to test their food. Height of wine cup: 10.3 cm (4.06 in), Width of wine cup: 7.7cm (3.03 in). Color of item might deviate slightly in comparison to the original article d. Ue to differences in computer monitors and different lighting conditions. Please read description of color. Create listings that get noticed! With Auctiva’s 1,800+ Templates. The item “Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD” is in sale since Friday, February 26, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Glasses & Cups”. The seller is “judy-jade-collectibles” and is located in Manassas, Virginia. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Type: wine cup
  • Primary Material: ox horn
  • Age: Pre-1800
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

Antique Old Chinese Ox Horn Carved Wine Cup Statue HORNLESS DRAGON&ELEPHANT HEAD