Bidspirit auction | A gilt silver and coral


A gilt silver and coral unique and rare shokila ornament - Uzbekistan, Khorezm - 1880-1900 - The elaborate piece is made of three parts. The top in gable design, and an organic shape in the middle and an arch at the bottom. It is decorated with fine filigree and set with many turquoise and other (some faceted) stones. The bottom of the piece is decorated with corals and punched barley ornaments (some set with turquoise) Some stones are missing. dents to the silver. signs of repair. The item is cut, soldered and punched dimensions: 20*12 cm weight: 160 grams