Bidspirit auction | A Silver and Silver Filigree

A Silver and Silver Filigree Bridal Lazem Necklace, Yemen, ca. 1900 - Composed of three cylindrical amulet cases richly decorated in filigree, each suspended with braided silver tassels joined by looped connectors. The pendants hang from a four-strand bead necklace accentuated with silver plaques. The piece is mounted on a twisted fabric cord and secured with a hook clasp. The silver has been tested. Height: 18 cm; Length: 42 cm; Weight: 330 gr Literature: For an very similar example see: Chason, Rachel ”Later Islamic Jewelry”, Mayer Memorial Institute for Islamic Art, Jerusalem, 1987 Condition: For a full condition report, please email us at: office@alma.auction.