Heavy silver armlet made in two parts with a hinge and and pin lock.
The bracelet is made of three pairs of semi-circular silver rib-like tubes kept separate by slender vertical silver rods.
The ornamentation is made of interlinking wirework between the tubes and four bands of sheet silver decorated with bands of stamped and wirework motifs.
The hollow ribs are also decorated with applied motifs and both the upper and lower edges have a row of balls with granulated finials.
The central lock has a stepped element with granulated ornaments and beaded wirework edging which resembles the shikara of a Hindu temple (Shikara).
AGE: Early 20th century
MATERIAL: Silver
SIZE (inner diameter): 60 mm (see photos)
WEIGHT: 244 grams
OVERALL CONDITION:
Very good condition, with high quality workmanship.
Excellent wear from age and usage.
REFERENCES:
- Traditional jewelry of India, Oppi Untracht, Thames and Hudson Limited London, 1997, p.249
- A world of bracelets, Anne Van Cutsem, 2000, SKIRA, p.201
- Indian folk jewellery : designs and techniques, Waltraud Ganguly, p.30
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Dec 25, 2021
Oct 11, 2021
Bracelet even more beautiful in person, incredibly unique, stylish and classy antique jewel. Very trustworthy and highly recomended seller, Jean cares the most about his customers absolute satisfaction. Would definitely buy from this shop with confidence again. 🙂