Ancient Sino-Burmese Jade (? ) Hard green stone Bi Disc...

A jade travelling Bi disc travelling bead , power of the univers talisman from the ancient Sino-Burmese culture. Second millennium AD or older. In good condition. Its has been cleaned in a tumbler and repolished, so its surface is shiny and smooth. Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving, grinding and boring. Traces of use and age on its surface. Purchased in 1995/Mandalay by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market. 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.

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