Exotic Chinese Eight Immortals Sterling Link Bracelet ca 1930s

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Exotic Chinese Eight Immortals Sterling Link Bracelet ca 1930s

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Exotic Chinese Eight immortals sterling link bracelet ca 1930s The rare artisan bracelet is designed with thin bone veneer hand painted tiles set in sterling bezel links The eight immortals derive from Chinese mythology possessing the powers of giving life, destroying evil, enhancing wisdom; healing and longevity The eight immortals are embellished with hand painted figures with light surface carved detail. They are inset in sterling heart shaped bezels visible on the back underneath side The first immortal is Chung-Li Chuan: Considered the chief of the immortals; he carries a fan or peach said to have discovered the elixir of life; posses the power to cure the sick and revive the deceased He is the symbol of longevity The second immortal Chang Kuo-Lao is represented as the 'Old Man' He carries a bamboo tube considered the symbol of wisdom helps with fertility The third immortal is Lu Dong-Pin. He is a Taoist scholar with a magic sword to slay demons and evil spirits He is noted for curing illness. This immortal symbolizes scholastic luck and protection The fourth immortal Ts' ao Guao-chiu He is the finest dressed immortal with a tablet of admission to court and sometimes depicted with a fan. Said to have been connected with the Sung Imperial family. he signifies fame and recognition The fifth immortal Li T'ieh Guai Depicted as a beggar with a crutch or groud. Believed to be the most powerful of the Eight immortals he bestows wisdom The sixth immortal Han Hsiang Tzu; he is the happy immortal often carrying a flute. He brings healing energy to the occupants The seventh immortal Lan T'sai Ho wears a blue robe carrying a basket of flowers. She brings luck to young woman The eight immortal He Hsien Ku carries a her a magical lotus blossom and a fly-whisk. She is referred to as the Immortal maiden is the symbol of family and marriage luck The sterling hand painted link bracelet measures 7" 1/2 inches in length when secured Each of the hand painted bone tiles measures 1/2 of an inch wide by 3/4 of an inch in height The back of the bracelet is stamped Sterling

Metal:
Sterling Silver
Dimensions:
Height: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 7.5 in (190.5 mm)
Style:
Artisan
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
ca 1930s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
University City, MO
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7362523313