Bidspirit auction | A Chinese Carved Beetle Nut

A Chinese Carved Beetle Nut and Rudraksha Seed Mala Necklace - This necklace is an assembly of prayer beads featuring both natural seeds and hand-carved elements characteristic of Chinese decorative arts from the late 19th to early 20th century. Consisting of graduated Rudraksha seeds (Elaeocarpus ganitrus), eight carved beads crafted from beetle nut in the traditional Chinese Hediao style. These beads are finely worked in high relief to depict miniature narrative scenes, including human figures in traditional dress, architectural features, and flora.