"Repoussé or repoussage refer to a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief. Chasing, chased work, or embossing refer to a similar technique, in which the piece is hammered on the front side, sinking the metal."
This late 19th or early 20th century pendant features a scholar or hero riding on a Kirin—a mythical Chinese creature, a bit like a horse and dragon in one. This one has deep detail on the repousse. There is a building, texture, and what looks like pipe smoke coming out of the hero's pipe.
About 5" by 4".