Zemanek-Münster

Breast ornament

India, Ladakh
sold EUR 400
Size
L: 40 cm
B: 43 cm
L: 15.7 inch
B: 16.9 inch

Description

flap-shaped fabric with firm inlay and curved contours, decorated with glass- and metal beads, as well as corals and cowrie snails, 7 leaf-shaped semi-precious stones (Chalcedon) in brass fitting, bulging neckline, cord material for attachment;
ceremonial gorget worn around the neck by the chief lama.


Comparing literature

Ethnic Jewellery,The René van der Star Collection, Amsterdam 2008, p. 171

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