These extraordinary silver belts were worn by Muslim women in Kerala and are called "arapatta". It can be adjusted in length. It dates early to mid 20th century. Condition: woven part bent. Dimension: 110 cm long, weight: 600 g.
A Newari bangle made of twisted copper, brass and silver ending in two makara heads. Condition: traces of usage, ear of one makara dented. Dimension: 8.2 cm x 6.8 cm, weight: 64 g.
Necklace made of differently sized ivory, mother-of-pearl, coral, turquoise and silver or silver plated beads. Condition: traces of usage, one large coral bead chipped. Dimension: total length: 53.5 cm, weight: 86 g.
Carved ivory in one piece. An elephant hung with textiles and with a howdah on its back. Inside the howdah are two male passengers and the elephant's mahout is seated on its neck. Oval base. Condition: elephant goad is lost, missing end of elephant's tassel, few age lines. Dimension: 12.6 cm high, weight: 324 g. Cites documentation can be obtained if required.
Traditional Tibetan silver ring in the shape of a saddle with two coral and one turquoise cabochons. Worn as thumb ring during meditation or as hair ornament by men. Adjustable size. Condition: traces of usage. Dimension: 5.4 cm long x 2.4 cm wide, weight: 26 g.
Eight strand necklace held together by two bone and a central metal clasp decorated with turquoise smithereens. Made of differently colored and sized turquoises between coral beads. Finished with a circular amber bead. Condition: two smithereens replaced. Dimension: height: c. 24 cm, weight: 188 g.
