Necklace

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-neck ornaments

Culture Miao

Date20th Century

Made AtGuizhou Province, China, Asia

MediumSilver

Dimensions13 1/2 × 13 1/2 in. (34.3 × 34.3 cm)

Credit LineGift of Anne and Long Shung Shih

Object number2008.6.18

DescriptionNecklace from China probably from Miao or other similar minority culture. Dates to the 20th century. This is a large, heavy, three-dimensional, three-tiered necklace. Each tier has lots of details. Each aligns with intricate floral/bird/animal patterns in five sections. The clasp is wire-wrapped with a conical end.

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