Lot 186
  • 186

A large pair of enamelled bracelets with tiger heads, North India, 19th century

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • semi precious stones and gold
the exteriors set with white sapphires on a green enamelled ground, tiger-head terminals with cats-eye set eyes and ruby collars, underside with polychrome enamels, each with screw pin to fasten

Provenance

Ex-collection Nizam of Hyderabad, by repute.
Private collection, UK, pre-1980.

Condition

Both in general good condition, gemstones foil-backed, some minor wear and discoloration as consistent with age and use, minor oxidisation in extremities, as viewed.
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