A gilt bronze inlaid belt hook. Warring States Period

A gilt bronze inlaid belt hook. Warring States Period © 2002-2010 Bonhams 1793 Ltd

Cast with a dragon head for the hook and three reticulated animals on the curve of the handle highlighted with gold and silver leaf and colored inlay (corrosion, losses to inlay); 7in (17.5cm) long- Estimate: $3,000 - 4,000

Bonhams. Asian Decorative Arts, 9 Nov 2010. California, San Francisco www.bonhams.com