Small antique silver anklet from Algeria, confronting serpent heads and geometric decoration, tribal ankle ring
$259.15
Small silver anklet formed as an open ring terminating in two confronting snake heads. The rounded shank bears groups of diagonal lines and small geometric incisions, with further detailing along the sides of the heads. The inner surface is smooth, while dark patina remains in the recesses. From Algeria, this anklet belongs to the tradition of Berber ankle ornaments with animal-head terminals.
AGE: Early 20th century.
ORIGIN: Algeria.
MATERIAL: Silver.
SIZE (inner diameter): 75 mm. Opening: 16 mm.
WEIGHT: 66 g.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Surface wear, small marks and patina consistent with age and use.
REFERENCES:
- Desert silver, Nomadic and traditional silver jewelry from the Middle East and North Africa, Sigrid van Roode, BLKVLD, 2017 p.38
- Das Silber des Mondes, Berberschmuck aus Algerien, Die Sammlung Zanotti, Helke Kämmerer-Grothaus, Makilam, 2015, p.111
- Bijoux et parures d'Algérie, Histoire Technique Symbole, catalogue d'exposition, Somogy, 2003, p.63
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