Enquiry about object: 7139
Indian Silver ‘Corrugated’ Bracelet
Maharashtra or Gujarat, India early 20th century
widest internal diameter: 6cm, width: 8.6cm, weight: 116g
Provenance
private collection, London, UK
This rare silver ‘C’-form bracelet has a somewhat iconic form when it comes to Indian silver bracelets. It is made from hollow silver and is worn by women in Maharashtra or Gujarat. The geometric form with the angular corrugations are particularly striking.
Both sides of the hoop that comprise the base structure of the bracelet are decorated with a rope-twist motif, and the ends are engraved with geometric designs and a flower motif in relief.
A similar example is illustrated in van Cutsem (2002, p. 181). Another is illustrated in Jayajar & Irwin (1956, p. 73).
The bracelet is in fine condition.
References
van Cutsem, A., A World of Bracelets: Africa, Asia, Oceania, America, Skira, 2002.
Jayajar, P. & J. Irwin, Textiles and Ornaments of India, The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 1956.
