19th C. Nepalese Silver Repousse Pin w/ Animals
**Originally Listed At $150**
Central Asia, Nepal or Tibet, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A stunning 77.5% to 81% silver pin displaying a pentagonal form and an undulating periphery. Slightly convex, the gorgeous adornment features an intricate relief image of a pair of quadrupeds with a bird above, a dragon-like creature below, and a bowl of fruit at the center, all surrounded by an elaborate vegetal motif. A pair of hooks for attachment can be found on the verso. Size: 4.75" W x 3.5" H (12.1 cm x 8.9 cm); Silver quality: 77.5% to 81%; Weight: 63.4 grams
Provenance: Estate of R. Pearson, Denver, Colorado, USA; Mr. Pearson collected from the third quarter of the 20th century until he passed away.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
#134406
Condition Report: Collection label on verso. Perforation to right side. Some abrasions and scratches throughout, as well as nicks to peripheries. Minor encrustation on top right. Otherwise, intact and excellent.
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**Originally Listed At $150**
Central Asia, Nepal or Tibet, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A stunning 77.5% to 81% silver pin displaying a pentagonal form and an undulating periphery. Slightly convex, the gorgeous adornment features an intricate relief image of a pair of quadrupeds with a bird above, a dragon-like creature below, and a bowl of fruit at the center, all surrounded by an elaborate vegetal motif. A pair of hooks for attachment can be found on the verso. Size: 4.75" W x 3.5" H (12.1 cm x 8.9 cm); Silver quality: 77.5% to 81%; Weight: 63.4 grams
Provenance: Estate of R. Pearson, Denver, Colorado, USA; Mr. Pearson collected from the third quarter of the 20th century until he passed away.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
#134406
Condition Report: Collection label on verso. Perforation to right side. Some abrasions and scratches throughout, as well as nicks to peripheries. Minor encrustation on top right. Otherwise, intact and excellent.