Not currently on display at the V&A

Belt Hook

221 BC- 20 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Light green jade, partly calcified. Buckle in the shape of an animal.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Nephrite jade with carved decoration
Brief description
Han green belt hook with square-headed dragon and square end
Physical description
Light green jade, partly calcified. Buckle in the shape of an animal.
Dimensions
  • Length: 5.5cm
Style
Credit line
Purchased with Art Fund support, the Vallentin Bequest, Sir Percival David and the Universities China Committee
Collection
Accession number
A.69-1936

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Record createdMarch 31, 2005
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