Armband, One of a Pair

late 19th–early 20th century

Not on view

Bracelets and armlets, known as bilezik, were usually worn in pairs and decorated with several rows of semi-precious stones. While commonly worn on special occasions, wealthy women often wear them every day. This pair of bilezik is decorated with three rows of table-cut carnelians and two rows of turquoise beads at each end. The silver is decorated with an embossed and applied design and wire. The ends are bordered by motifs known as snake's head, or yilan bash.

Artwork Details

Title: Armband, One of a Pair
Date: late 19th–early 20th century
Geography: Country of Origin Central Asia or Iran
Medium: Silver, chased, with gilt embossing, decorative wire, stamped beading, tablecut carnelians, and turquoise beads
Dimensions: H. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
W. 3 1/8 in. (7.9 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2006
Object Number: 2006.544.13a
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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