Important Spiral Torque Miao Culture, Guizhou Region, China 19th Century

Large spiral TORQUE
Miao culture, Guizhou region, China
nineteenth century
Money
H.: 29.5; L.: 29; Thickness: 7 cm
Weight: 1160 grams

This rigid silver women's set is made up of six large spiral strands, intertwined and assembled together into two thick links covered with twisted silver filigree.
Buckle clasp.
On base.

Bibliography:
A similar copy is kept at the Minneapolis Institute of Art under the number 2007.17.219.

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

Ref. LP1322