Cheng-xiang’ or Agar bead bracelet, 20th century

Formed by fourteen spherical beads of carved ‘沉香’ Agarwood. Each one shows the natural grain of the wood, with a pattern reminiscent of a tiger's fur.

Dark resinous wood with a fragrant odour, now scarce, and commonly used for the manufacture of incense, perfume and carved figures. Due to its scarcity, it is one of the most valued woods.

Bead diameter: 16 mm

Total weight: 32.60 g