{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-chinese-silver-hanging-ornaments-with-decorative-beads","title":"Pair of Antique Chinese Silver Hanging Ornaments with Decorative Beads | Late 19th – Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003cbr data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver with agate and jade beads\u003cbr data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"489\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Qing Dynasty to Early Republic Period, circa late 19th–early 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eThis lot consists of two antique Chinese silver chatelaines, each finely worked and suspended from decorative silver mounts with chain links and terminal beads. Both examples feature elaborately cast vessel-form bodies adorned with traditional floral and auspicious motifs, reflecting the refined metalworking traditions of late imperial China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eOne chatelaine is finished with a pale jade bead, while the other terminates in a warm-toned agate bead, materials long associated with protection, status, and cultural symbolism in Chinese decorative arts. Objects of this type were worn suspended from garments or belts, serving both ornamental and practical functions, often holding small implements, seals, or personal items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e- Lot of two antique Chinese silver chatelaines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e- Finely cast vessel-form pendants with floral and auspicious motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003e- Silver suspension chains with decorative mounts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e- One example with jade bead terminal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e- One example with agate bead terminal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e- Traditional Chinese ornamental and functional accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eChatelaines and suspended ornaments played an important role in Chinese dress and personal adornment, particularly during the Qing Dynasty. Beyond their decorative appeal, such objects conveyed status, refinement, and adherence to cultural tradition. The use of jade and agate further enhanced their symbolic value, as both materials were believed to offer protection, longevity, and good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eGood antique condition overall, with surface wear, patina, and minor age-related imperfections consistent with use. Silver elements retain strong detail, chains remain intact, and beads are secure. No modern alterations observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eDimensions (approximate)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eLeft Bead: 7 in\u003cbr data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eRight Bead: 6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eAge \u003cstrong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e(approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003e100–140 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the Tradition of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christies.com\/en\/stories\/collecting-guide-chinese-export-silver-ca63de80aa77490886bcff8cf5fb475f\" title=\"Collecting Guide to Chinese Export Silver and Its Design Traditions – Christie’s\"\u003eChinese Export Silver and Cultural Context\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse Our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/ancient-chinese-artifacts-imperial-relics\" title=\"Explore Ancient Chinese Artifacts \u0026amp; Imperial Relics at Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\"\u003eCollection of Ancient Chinese Artifacts \u0026amp; Imperial Relics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856349266242,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/antique-chinese-silver-suspended-ornament-jade-bead.png?v=1768925264","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/pair-of-antique-chinese-silver-hanging-ornaments-with-decorative-beads","provider":"Relic and Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}