Large Miao silver clothing ornament which would be tied to the back of the apron and used as a counterweight in the traditional costume. The conical spiral shape represents the never ending cycle of life. Guizhou, China, early 20th c. Size: 6.5'' x 4.5'' (17 x 11 cm). Weight: 364.5 grams. Provenance: Lee and Vichai Chinalai collection.