Seated people enjoying themselves - (5644)
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Five hand-carved halves of peach kernels which are set in silver rings. The miniscule carving is almost unbelievable and depicts people drinking and playing board games. Originally these five carvings most probably once formed part of a bracelet which was broken up at a time. They were made in Canton during the 19th century of the Qing period (1644 – 1912). Height 2.3 cm. Width 2.0 cm. Depth 0.6 cm.
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