a pair of stunning vintage miao silver earweights ear ornaments northern thailand

A Pair of Stunning Vintage Miao Silver Ear-Weights (ear ornaments) - Northern Thailand.


Price

£135
| $176 USD | €161 EUR


Item Ref

S 1005

Description

Hand constructed from wrought elements of silver by the Miao people*, these fine examples are much larger in size than generally found. Coiled and hinged elements incorporate traditional engraved fish embellishment to the central panels.
Provenance: Collected in northern Thailand by the previous owner during a visit to the region in the mid 20th century.
*The Miao people live primarily in the southern mountains of China, (in the provinces of Guizhou, Hunan, Yunnan, Sichuan, Guangxi, Hainan, Guangdong, and Hubei). Sub-groups of the Miao, most notably the Hmong people, have migrated from China into Southeast Asia (northern Vietnam, Laos, Burma (Myanmar) and Thailand).
Overall height(s) - 7" (178mm).
Weight - 7.08 oz Troy, (220.2 grams).
Condition - Very Good. No cracks or repairs. Natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: S 1005


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