Lot 217
  • 217

A parrot-form enamelled and gem-set gold turban ornament, India, Benares, 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gold and gemstones
decorated in the characteristic gulabi (rose-pink) and white enamel with green, diamond-set flowerhead above, large natural pearl hanging from beak 

Condition

In good overall condition, some enamel missing on minor sections, probably due to wear as consistent with age, large pearl probably a later replacement, very minor oxidisation between edges, as viewed.
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