Pair of two dragon cuff bracelets, Miao-Hmong ethnic silver, 86 g - Laos - Hmong Miao

Stunning pair of two traditional MIAO-HMONG cuff bracelets with dragon heads
Traditional craftsmanship among the Miao Hmong in ethnically sourced silver, full standard (average around 60%).
Early 20th century
Sold as-is - See photos
Presented and delivered in a red linen gift pouch or bronze-green with a cord

Weight: 43 g x 2 = 86 g for 430 carats
Dimensions: Ø 60 mm x 55 mm x 10 mm

From the dispersion of the Germain Berthel private collection (1920-1998) acquired around the 1950s
A collectible piece that has become rare and not to be missed.

Original second-hand material, sold as-is and having undergone no restoration.

Fast and careful shipping via Colissimo post, by registered mail with signature and insurance.
Items are pre-packaged as soon as they are listed on CATAWIKI
Bundling multiple orders is therefore not possible

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please be present or make arrangements for the delivery of your order.
For obvious security reasons, this delivery is made by registered mail with insurance and a required signature.
If you have not signed for receipt, the order will be returned to me.
If it is returned, I can make a second shipment if you cover the return postage.

Note: If you are not present at delivery, your postman will not leave a notice and will mark your address as incomplete to save time.

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Miao Hmong jewelry are traditional artisan pieces worn by the Miao and Hmong populations, ethnic groups mainly present in China, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand.
These jewels carry great cultural and symbolic importance for these communities.

Miao Hmong jewelry are often made of silver, a metal regarded as precious and symbolizing wealth, protection, and prosperity.
These pieces are frequently adorned with complex motifs and traditional symbols important to the Miao and Hmong, such as dragons, flowers, butterflies or birds.

They are worn on special occasions such as weddings, festivals and religious ceremonies.
They are also passed down from generation to generation, bearing witness to the history and cultural heritage of these communities.

The process of making Miao Hmong jewelry is often very intricate and requires significant artisanal know-how. The artisans shape the silver by hand, using traditional techniques transmitted through generations.

Miao Hmong jewelry can take various forms such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, or headdresses. Each piece is unique and testifies to the talent and creativity of the artisans who make them.

Over time, Miao Hmong jewelry have also gained a tourist dimension, becoming objects prized by collectors and enthusiasts of traditional culture. This has helped to popularize these pieces and preserve this important aspect of the cultural heritage of the Miao and Hmong.

In conclusion, Miao Hmong jewelry are much more than mere accessories; they are symbols of cultural identity and the heritage of the Miao and Hmong peoples. Their beauty, symbolism, and history make them unique and precious pieces, valuable both for those who wear them and for those who admire them.