東山 硬玉 Bangle - 100 mm

A rare jadeite bangle from the ancient Dong Son culture (South China, Northern Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia), first millennium BC.

In good condition. It has been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved.

In wearable condition.

Purchased in 1974 / Hanoi by Dr. Zelnik during his university study in Vietnam.

Important information :

The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.

Provenance :

This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.

Publications :

More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.