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A bronze 'dragon' belt hook, — A bronze 'dragon' belt hook, Han dynasty 漢 青銅龍紋帶鉤

A bronze 'dragon' belt hook,

A bronze 'dragon' belt hook, Han dynasty 漢 青銅龍紋帶鉤

This bronze dragon-patterned belt hook from the Han dynasty demonstrates the sophisticated metalwork and decorative arts of ancient China. The dragon motif was a symbol of power and prestige in Han dynasty material culture.

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CHINA / ARCHAIC AESTHETICS

November 25, 2022

Estimate: $40,000$60,000

Lot 853

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A bronze 'dragon' belt hook,, A bronze 'dragon' belt hook, Han dynasty 漢 青銅龍紋帶鉤

This bronze dragon-patterned belt hook from the Han dynasty demonstrates the sophisticated metalwork and decorative arts of ancient China. The dragon motif was a symbol of power and prestige in Han dynasty material culture.

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Bronze, Han Dynasty, Symbolic, Dragon, Gold Tones, Metalwork, Decorative Arts, Ancient, Chinese, Belt Hook