Vintage Dragon Buckle. Chinese, carved burl wood. j-buor103

This vintage Chinese buckle is an exquisite example of antique craftsmanship. Its flattened button is designed to fit into a hole in the sash, with its other end hooked behind the dragon's chin to secure it in place. Obtained during the '60s - '70s, likely in Hong Kong, it is intricately carved and pierced out of burl wood. Its dimensions are 4-3/4 in length and 7/8 in width, making it a truly remarkable piece.