Set of four white jade ornaments, Warring States Period

Set of four pieces made in white jade with brown spots, carved and with patina. The ornaments represent different forms of coiled dragons and a pair of dancing ladies. Two of the dragons rotate in opposite ways and in another of the pieces they appear fused together, as do the ladies. The interior decoration has a continuous pattern of spirals. They have holes to introduce a cord to anchor it to the garment.

References: National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian, "Pendants, beads, and gold chain", reference number: F1930.27a-k.

Sizes: 6 x 0.5 x 4.3 cm; 3.6 x 0.5 x 9.5 cm; 7.8 x 0.6 x 4.6 cm; 7.8 x 0.5 x 4.7 cm; Total Weight: 113 g