Bracelet (Pahunchi), One of a Pair
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This bracelet (pahunchi) is decorated on the exterior with seed-shaped ornaments. These small motifs are often understood as symbols of reproduction and fertility. Along with other plant components such as flowers, leaves, and vines, such forms are often found ornamenting Indian jewelry.
This jewel was formerly in the collection of American artist and designer Lockwood de Forest (1850–1932) who purchased many jeweled objects while traveling in India between 1879–1881. Today, his collection of Indian jewelry in the Met serves as a near-comprehensive assemblage of late nineteenth century bodily adornment.
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