Mandarin Chain
CultureChinese
Date19th century
MediumLacquer, amethyst, and silk
DimensionsOverall: 56 inches (142.24 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-708/1
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DescriptionSeed beads lacquered black, evenly divided by four cloudy amethyst balls. Blue silk pendant with flat amethyst ornament and drop. Three scarlet bead pendants.
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