An outstanding and now very hard to obtain pair of high-quality silver Akha bracelets from Thailand (certainly the Golden Triangle, anyway, not SW China). Both the shape and the simply incised decoration are entirely characteristic. Continue Reading
The Daalder Collection of Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment, after 2007
Bonnet Ornament from China
This small object portrays one of the eight Daoist Immortals. It is early and very solid in construction, contrasting to many flimsy and low-quality counterparts of a later date. It used to be gilt all over, with traces now largely remaining at the bottom of the back only. Continue Reading
Miao Chatelaine from China
This object was made by the Miao of Southwest China. Continue Reading
Miao Armbands from China
These armbands were made by the Miao of Southwest China. Continue Reading
Mughal-Style Pendant from India
This pendant shows very clean, bright colors, and a boteh design in the middle. Size: 5cm across, 8mm thick. Weight: 31g. Continue Reading
Child’s Silver Anklets (Painjin) from India
This pair of silver child’s anklets (painjin), decorated with auspicious mango (am) shapes, can also be worn as bracelets. Continue Reading
Comb with Kohl Applicator from Uzbekistan
Kohl is made by grinding the sulfide mineral Stibnite. It was used as eyeliner and mascara in ancient times. Attached to the top of this comb is a kohl applicator. Please also note the incision on the carnelian. Continue Reading
Kalachakra Dance Mask from Tibet
In Tibetan Buddhism, there is a tradition of offering the esoteric Kalachakra (“Wheel of Time”), a teaching ritual to the public through dance. A mask like this is worn by 10 monks, who dress as the 10 world deities. In their dance, they ask permission from the earth goddess to erect a mandala, where an… Continue Reading
Rajasthan Silver Armband (Naugari) from India
Worn by a farmer’s wife, this old silver armband (naugari) has a diameter of 12.5 cm. The 7 gajre balls attached to the central circle are made from a thick stamped silver sheet, which is important when identifying a naugari. Another example is included in Oppi Untracht’s masterly book, Traditional Jewelry of India, page 255. Continue Reading