Bronze Belthooks with Inlaid Gold and Silver Motifs
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Two archaic inlaid bronze belthooks, Warring States period, (2) each with tapering shaft terminating in a chilong head forming the hook, the upper surface of one finely decorated with gold and turquoise inlay in an intricate design, the other inlaid with silver scroll motifs enclosing green rectangular plaques on the upper surface, the reverse of each with a projecting button for attachment, boxes, (2), 17.5 cm long,11 cm long
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- Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.
The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.
It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.
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