Back plait ornaments used for New Years parade or other social festivals. This style of embroidery and ornamentation are found in Xiahe area of Gansu.
Our example has five silver repousse bosses, resin amber, turquoise, coral, cowrie shells, shank shell, felt, silk and cotton thread embroidery. Worn by woman in Eastern Amdo around Kokonor Lake. Mid 20th c
See pages 202-203 of Tibetan Dress in Amdo and Kham by Gina Corrigan.
Measures : 4'5" H x 16" W SOLD