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    Openwork Carving of Dragon Head
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    Antique Openwork Carving of Dragon Head

    Vietnam
    Late 19th century
    23 x 11 cm

     
    This carving is likely from a larger piece. It features the head of a Vietnamese dragon.
     
    According to legend, the Vietnamese people are descended from a dragon and a fairy. Following the legend, L?c Long Quan, king of the dragonkind married a goddess, Au Co. Au Co bore 100 eggs, which hatched into 100 sons. The first-born son became the king of Lac Viet, the first dynasty of Vietnam. He proclaimed himself Emperor Hung Vuong.

    The dragon was symbolic of bringing rain, essential for agriculture. It represents the emperor, the prosperity and power of the nation.
     
    If there is interest, I will provide other details/information available prior to purchase.

    Antiques.co.uk Ref: 8NDAUXMW

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