Adorno de cinturón de jadeita tallada, "Dragón", dinastía Qing Bicolor jadeite with intense shades of green and white. Of slightly curved rectangular shape, it shows on the front an elongated mythological beast, with a sinuous body and curly tail, surrounded by scrolls of branches ending in volutes. The base, with a central rectangular body, designed to be crossed by a belt, is flanked by two large scrolls arranged one on each side. Historical records mention the use of jade elements as ornaments for clothing as a symbol of power and status at court. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912). Measurements: 3,2 x 2,3 x 7,3 cm Weight: 93,6 g

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