The Arts of Asia, India, & the Middle East
Tue, Jul 18, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 245
5 Antique Chinese Hairpins
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $25,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $100,000 |
Group of five Chinese metal, likely silver, hairpins. One hairpin with a jade carved to resemble a flower. One large hairpin with a reticulated dragon flanked by a bat and a phoenix.
Length ranges from 6 in to 7 1/4 in.
Condition
All components are present and firmly attached. Some light discoloration and oxidization to the metal. The jade appears to be in good condition with no chips, cracks, or losses. There are heavy losses to the pigment of the metal components of the jade pin, the shaft of the pin is bent and the spring is slightly bent. The reticulated dragon moves well; there appears to be a repair with wire and the shaft is slightly bent.
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