Ebay metal miniature bow

I think this is a 'xilimama': a good luck charm hung by Manchu people over the cot of a new-born son. Interesting piece of folkloric kit. Worth collecting if you're interested in it.

Too bad ! the auction is over already...

Romain; I only saw the item one hour before the end of auction. After looking at about a thousand of the dealer's items, I have to conclude that most or all of his stuff is among the best Chinese fake antiquities that I have seen offered on ebay. The arrowheads and ceramics are especially impressive. But still worthwhile as decorative items. -j-