SEVEN CHINESE KINGFISHER FEATHER ITEMS

QING DYNASTY/REPUBLIC PERIOD

Comprising: an oval plaque depicting seven deities with their attributes above swirling clouds and strands of stylised bamboo leaves, three hairpins, one depicting a goddess standing next to a vase and a crane, one modelled as a bird, one decorated with an articulated dragon, a pair of dragon brooches, and a plaque with a scholar on horseback, variously adorned with kingfisher feathers, gilt metal and filigree, simulated pearls, and coloured hardstones, 20cm max. (7)

Provenance: a private collection, London.