Traditional Miao-Hmong lion earrings, 100 mm, 25 g, in ethnic silver. - Laos - Hmong Miao

Superbe EARRINGS with lion-heads traditional 100 mm MIAO - HMONG 25 g
Traditional craftsmanship among the Miao Hmong in ethnically low-fineness silver
Late 19th century to early 20th century
Sold as is - See photos
Presented and delivered in a red linen or bronze-green pouch with a cord

Weight 25 g for 125 carats
Dimensions: Ø 100 mm x 45 mm x 45 mm

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

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

Fast and careful shipping by Colissimo La Poste, registered with signature and insurance.
Items are pre-packaged as soon as they are listed on CATAWIKI
Group orders are 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 insured, signature-required registered mail,
If you have not signed for receipt, the order will be returned to me.
If it arrives back, I can resend it if you cover the return shipping costs.

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

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

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

These pieces 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 complex and requires significant artisanal know-how. Artisans shape the silver by hand, using traditional techniques passed down 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 craft them.

Over time, Miao Hmong jewelry has also taken on a tourist dimension, becoming objects sought after by collectors and lovers of traditional culture. This has helped raise awareness of 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 heritage of the Miao and Hmong communities. Their beauty, symbolism and history make them unique and precious pieces, both for those who wear them and for those who admire them.