Dragonfly Eye Glass Bead
Warring States period, China (475–221 BCE)
Glass bead decorated with concentric circular motifs, known as “dragonfly eyes.” Such beads were prized ornaments, believed to offer protection and reflecting both technical innovation and cross-cultural exchange in early Chinese glassmaking.
Dragonfly Eye Glass Bead
Warring States period, China (475–221 BCE)
Glass bead decorated with concentric circular motifs, known as “dragonfly eyes.” Such beads were prized ornaments, believed to offer protection and reflecting both technical innovation and cross-cultural exchange in early Chinese glassmaking.
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Description:
A striking Warring States period glass bead featuring the characteristic “dragonfly eye” motif. The bead is decorated with concentric circular patterns in blue and cream against a dark ground, giving it a vivid, eye-like appearance.
Specifications:
Period: Warring States (475–221 BCE)
Material: Glass
Height: 21 mm
Diameter: 23.6 mm
Weight: 20 g
Caliber (hole size): 10 mm
