Necklace of eight carved agate beads, Warring States period
Necklace of eight carved agate beads, Warring States period
Lot. 38004183/488
Start the . 27 Jun 2025 00:00 AM
Finish. 27 Jun 2026 00:00 AM
Substraction. 360 days - 13 h. - 15 m. - 4 s.
Estimated Value.
Description.
A necklace composed of eight spindle-shaped carved agate beads, known as yingtao hong lengjiao zhu 樱桃红棱角珠, in a cherry-red tone with translucent shades. The faceted beads are assembled by means of a braided cord in a red tone, accompanied by a simple metal clasp of Tibetan bronze. The whole is a functional assemblage that highlights the chromatic intensity and geometric shape of the beads. Period of the Warring Kingdoms (475-221 BC) or later.
Size of beads: 35. 38 x 12 mm; Total length: 32 cm
Total weight: 59.5 g
