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Tibetan Repoussé Silver Fitting with Dragons, c. 1900

$118
£89.19
€102.31
CA$164.50
A$179.07
CHF 95.05
MX$2,154.58
NOK 1,204.41
SEK 1,103.58
DKK 764.04

About the Item

This unusual piece of silver hardware is wonderfully patterned with intricate Tibetan repoussé decoration. Comprised of two thin silver plates linked by a straight rod, the metal fitting is decorated on each side with a fearsome dragon, his feet in the waves and his head in the clouds.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CESB061A1stDibs: LU820034379052

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