Qing dynasty, circa 1800, rectangular form, the gilt bronze frame is finely cast and incorporates zoomorphic figures and lingzi amidst scrollwork, inset with a creamy white hardstone plaque featuring a taotie mask within a key motif border, accompanied by a later blue silk sash.

Buckle 2 3/8 x 2 in.; Jade plaque 1 3/8 x 1 5/8 in.

From the Collection of the late John Woollen, Raleigh, NC

Some minor wear to gilding, primarily on verso of buckle; two small fissures to back panel of buckle; no apparent condition issues to plaque.