Vintage Silver & Coral Earrings, Uzbekistan
Beautiful vintage high-grade silver earrings, made in Uzbekistan in the first half of the 20th century. They consist of two parts: a large hoop with coral dangles, attached to which is another ornate pendant with more coral dangles. The lower pendant contains a large turquoise bead with coral centre. The ear hooks have a motif of a bird’s foot and are 0.7 mm in width, suitable for wearing. A magnificent pair of collectible or wearable earrings with natural patina.
Date:
First half 20th century
Material:
High-grade silver, coral & turquoise
Dimensions:
Wire width: 0.7 mm
Drop: 11.5 cm
Hoop diameter: 2.8 cm
Total weight:
24.4 g
Ref:
EAR-716
References:
Abdullaev, T., Fakhretdinova, D. and Khakimov, A. (1986) A Song in Metal: Folk Art of Uzbekistan. Tashkent: Gafur Gulyam Art and Literature Publishers.
Kalter, J. (1984) The Arts and Crafts of Turkestan. New York: Thames and Hudson.
Van Cutsem, A. and Magliani, M. (2001) Boucles d’Oreilles: d’Afrique, d’Asie, d’Amérique de la Collection Ghysels. Milan, Paris: Skira ; Seuil.