- 189
A GROUP OF FOUR NECKLACES, INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Metal: brass and silver
Comprising:
A. A silver torque, the broad flattened front edge bevelled from the centre
B. A set of seven brass belt ornaments, Arunachal Pradesh, of varied size, each cast in disc form with a design of concentric rings and a suspension loop in the form of a folded disc
C. A brass necklace, probably Arunachal Pradesh, composed of seven coiled elements of varied size and separated by a bell-form bead
D. A silver necklace, composed of densely strung circular elements each with a split bulbous protrusion
A. A silver torque, the broad flattened front edge bevelled from the centre
B. A set of seven brass belt ornaments, Arunachal Pradesh, of varied size, each cast in disc form with a design of concentric rings and a suspension loop in the form of a folded disc
C. A brass necklace, probably Arunachal Pradesh, composed of seven coiled elements of varied size and separated by a bell-form bead
D. A silver necklace, composed of densely strung circular elements each with a split bulbous protrusion
Condition
189A is in good condition with few scratches and stains, a small unopened crack at the back.
189B, each bead has suffered slight weathering which is more noticeable at the back than the front; in the instance of a couple of beads small cracks are noticeable and only one bead has small open holes.
189C is in overall good condition with slight discolouration on a few beads.
189D is in overall good condition with slight weathering.
As viewed for all of the pieces.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A group of belt ornaments, similar to the present examples, is in the Victoria and Albert Museum and recorded as being worn by the Adi-Minyong women of the Eastern and Western Siang districts (Untracht 1997, p.140, no.247).