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Pair of 19th Century Minangkabau High Karat Gold and Ruby Armlets, Gelang Gadang
$48,000
£36,355.54
€41,753.09
CA$67,263.70
A$73,129.20
CHF 38,773.19
MX$876,633.70
NOK 492,787.30
SEK 451,460.16
DKK 312,051.46
About the Item
A fine and rare pair of late 19th century Minangkabau high karat gold (18k-20k) and ruby inset armbands (gelang gadang) from the region of Batu Sangkar, West Sumatra, Indonesia.
The Minangkabau are a powerful and wealthy ethnic minority spread throughout Southeast Asia.
These armbands would originally have been part of the wedding regalia for a wealthy bride, then passed down from mother to daughter, as property in Minagkabau culture is passed down matrilineally.
These particular armbands were created in the late 19th or very early 20th century, following a traditional design, and featuring motifs rife with meaning.
103mm x 97mm 205g
97mm x 93mm 185g
- Creator:Minangkabau
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- Dimensions:Height: 3.82 in (97 mm)Width: 4.06 in (103 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:late 19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Wear commensurate with age and use.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU772883882
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