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Inspired by the center motif of a gold filigreee rosette with a four-partite interlacing design. The technique used may represent an outgrowth of the earlier Fatimid tradition.
Syria or Egypt, last half of the 14th century A.D.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
24 Karat antique gold-plate over pewter.
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| An interlacing design brooch |
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Inspired by a detail from a marbel panel carved and inlaid with multicolored stones.
India, 17th-18th century.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
Enameled 24 karat antique gold-plate over pewter.
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| Enameled parrot brooch, brown/green |
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Inspired by an adorned shield of Royalty, set with rubies, emeralds and diamonds.
Mughal, India, 17th century.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
Enameled 24 karat antique gold-plate over pewter.
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| Multi-color enameled Indian brooch |
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The lotus blossom jewelry was inspired by the cavetto decorating a large ceramic plate. The cobalt and black underglazed dish is representative of the fine wares produced in Kerman and Mahsad.
Iran, 17th century A.D.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
24 Karat antique gold-plate over pewter.
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| Lotus blossom brooch |
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Inspired by the a floral detail from the naturalistic carved emerald 110 carat.
Mughal, India, 17th century.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
Enameled 24 karat antique gold-plate over pewter.
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| Enameled floral brooch, green |
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Inspired by the a floral detail from the naturalistic carved emerald 110 carat.
Mughal, India, 17th century.
From the treasures of Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait National Museum.
Enameled 24 karat antique gold-plate over pewter/brass.
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| Open-bangle bracelet with enameled floral motif, red |
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