- Chinese kingfisher diadem (2)
- Asia
- China
- Width : 4 3/8 inch
- Height : 1 1/8 inch
- Depth : 5/8 inch
- Superb Mandchu diadem ornated with symbols of good fortune like three bats (in the center and on each side), pears and pomegranates of gemstones. The metal is embellished with kingfisher feathers inlaid. The decor is set with wire to create a theatre perspective (see photograph 2).
