California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 23, 2019  June 23, 2019

 Lot # 7100 
A CALCIFIED JADE 'TAOTIE' HAIR ORNAMENT    漢 玉饕餮紋發圏、髮簪一對


  • Dimension: Length: 4 1/2 in (11.4 cm) Diameter: 2 in (5.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1200
  • Estimate To: $2200

The short cylindrical hair ornament carved in relief with stylized taotie mask on front back, drilled with an aperture to either side for the jade pin to secure the fitting to the hair. Han Dynasty period.