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The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eogival (eye-shaped)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e form is characteristic of the Malay-influenced designs adopted by the Straits Chinese community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The central panel features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efloral star\/rosette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (often representing the lotus or peony), surrounded by intricate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efoliate scrolls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and scrolling vines. The repetitive \"border\" pattern along the edges is classic repoussé work meant to catch the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"An exquisite example of early 20th-century Peranakan craftsmanship, this 'Pending' belt buckle features a traditional ogival form meticulously decorated with hand-chased floral and foliate motifs. Historically worn by the Baba-Nyonya community as a symbol of status and wealth, this piece showcases a central rosette set with a [mention stone color] cabochon. The heavy copper mounting on the reverse reflects the authentic construction of the period.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions : 11.5 x 26 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight : 191g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teh collectibles ( 想当年 ）","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45783674978361,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/9388\/8313\/files\/9AEFB0D7-FD62-4F0F-8509-2C5B9DA8A9BE.jpg?v=1777523721"},{"product_id":"antique-peranakan-straits-chinese-silver-pending-belt-buckle-phoenix-peony-repousse","title":"Antique Peranakan Straits Chinese Silver Pending (Belt Buckle) – Phoenix \u0026 Peony Repoussé","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Peranakan (Straits Chinese) Silver \"Pending\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (belt buckle). It is a classic piece of Nyonya jewelry, likely dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century (circa 1890–1930).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design is executed in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepoussé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChasing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e technique, where the silver is hammered from the back to create a high-relief 3D effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoenix (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFenghuang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Visible on both sides of the center. In Peranakan culture, the phoenix represents the empress, beauty, and grace. It is the primary symbol for the bride or the \"Nyonya\" (woman) of the house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeony (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMudan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The large flowers surrounding the birds symbolize prosperity, riches, and honor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Together, the \"Phoenix and Peony\" represent a wish for a happy marriage and a wealthy household.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Straits Settlements (Malacca, Penang, or Singapore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Exquisite hand-hammered repoussé work with intricate openwork (pierced) details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A central composition of two Phoenixes amidst blooming Peonies, set within a scalloped beaded border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions : 6.5 x 8 cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight : 50g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teh collectibles ( 想当年 ）","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45783947804729,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/9388\/8313\/files\/C70C6C26-059F-4F13-AA1A-1499E028EC1E.jpg?v=1777524565"}],"url":"https:\/\/tehcollectibles.com\/collections\/metalware.oembed","provider":"Teh collectibles ( 想当年 ）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}