Dong or Meow People / Spiral silver counterweight 20th Century

DONG OR MEOW PEOPLE Southern China

Spiral counterweight  early 20th century

Handwrought silver (Dutch coin silver) with custom stand

H: 10 ¼” x W: 5 1/4” x D: 2 ¾” (dimensions on stand)

These beautifully dynamic spiral objects were worn on the back to support a ceremonial apron worn across the front.