1694 - Magnificent Oriental ethnic necklace, multi-row traditional jewelry with an amulet pendant and an abundance of bells, silver-plated, 140 g

Magnificent Oriental ethnic necklace, multi-row traditional jewelry with an amulet pendant and an abundance of bells, silver-plated, 140 g An exceptionally intricately crafted, traditional necklace made of silver-plated metal, presumably from the Afghan or Central Asian cultural region. Stylistically attributable to the 20th century. This multi-row piece consists of numerous small, cylindrical metal beads, decoratively interspersed with bright coral-red and black plastic beads. The strands of beads, varying in length, form a wide, cascade-like necklace featuring numerous movable metal pendants and spherical bells. At the center is a rectangular amulet pendant featuring elaborate geometric relief decorations, three-dimensional diamond-shaped ornaments, and a small red decorative element. Additional movable bells and decorative pendants are attached to the lower edge. The two upper ends are finished with triangular, ornately decorated metal plates. White fabric ties are used to fasten the necklace. The combination of geometric metal ornaments, colored spacer beads, and the abundant bells gives the piece a particularly decorative, traditional character. • Type of jewelry: Multi-row ethnic necklace, traditional folk and nomadic jewelry\ • Origin: Presumably Afghanistan or Central Asia, not confirmed\ • Date: Presumably 20th century\ • Material: Silver-plated metal\ • Spacer beads: Coral-red and black-dyed plastic; not coral\ • Design: Multi-row strands of beads with a rectangular central pendant and triangular end pieces\ • Decoration: Geometric relief motifs, diamond-shaped ornaments, and numerous movable bells\ • Fastening: Textile ties Length: approx. 33 cm\ Total weight: approx. 140 g