Bidspirit auction | A Pair of 18-21K Gold,

A Pair of 18-21K Gold, Emerald, Natural Pearl and Gem-Set Headdress Ornaments, Morocco, 18th/19th Century - Each designed as a floral composition set with multicolored gemstones within a double pearl halo. Suspended gold chains are interspersed with pearls and gemstones. The reverse is decorated with finely embossed and engraved motifs. Height: approx. 9 cm; Width: approx. 5.5 cm; Weight: 84 gr Notes: For a comparable example, see the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York: https://tinyurl.com/4nvcz3su This type of ornament was traditionally worn by Jewish women in Morocco, hanging beside the ears over the head covering. Provenance: The estate of Yossi Benyaminoff. Condition: For a full condition report, please email us at: office@alma.auction.