Jadeite button in the shape of a bat, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
- Image Number: K1C009216N000000000PAB
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Jades
- Function: Dress accessories
- Material: Minerals/Jade Jewelry/Jade
- Description:
This button is made of jade. The jade is green and white. There is a bridge shaped button on the back. This button is carved into a spreading wing, which is shaped like a bat hanging upside down, and the fine lines on its wings are carved. This pattern conveys the auspicious meaning of “blessing” in a homophonic way, which is a common practice in Chinese traditional culture.
Jadeite button in the shape of a bat, Qing dynamics (1644-1911)
- Image Number:K1C009216N000000000PAB
- Dynamy:Qing dynamics
- Category:Jades
- Function:Dress accessories
- Material:Mineral/jade Stone jewelry/emerald
- Description:
This button is made of emerald, Jade is green and white, with a bridge shaped button on the back. This button is carved into a spreading wing, which is shaped like a bat hanging upside down, and the fine lines on its wings are carved. This pattern conveys the auspicious meaning of “blessing” in a homophonic way, which is a common practice in Chinese traditional culture
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