Early Chinese Metalwork in Gold and Silver; Works of Art of the Ming and Qing Dynasties
15 March - 26 March, 2011
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Iron, Gold, Silver and Jade Garment-Hook (daigou)
Warring States period, 475 BC - 221 BC
This garment hook, fitted out in gold and jade, would have been a highly luxurious item. If worn at all, it would have been for purposes of display.
Length: 23.0cm