A SUPERB INDIAN GOLD NECKLACE WITH A LOTUS PENDANT... Lot n° 79
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India, 19th century. A superb necklace composed of many tiny round and conical gold beads and a variety of slightly larger and differently shaped elements in between, the central piece a round gold pendant with three stylized lotus leaves and crowned with an amethyst pearl. A masterpiece of goldsmith art with a very appealing design.
Provenance: From the collection of Dr. Istvan Zelnik, Hungary. Dr. Zelnik has built one of the most fascinating and vast collections of South East Asian artworks during the past 4 decades. His collection is considered one of the three most important published collections in the world and he is the director of the Hungarian South and Southeast Asian Research Institute. An official attest by the Hungarian South and Southeast Asian Research Institute signed by Dr. Zelnik can be provided to the high bidder upon request after payment for the object has been made in full.
A private owner, acquired from the above several years ago.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor traces of wear around the lotus pendant.
Weight: 150.9 g
Dimensions: Length 120 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 878/1000
Metallurgic Analysis
The data from the metallurgic analysis posted in the catalogue entry for each lot in this auction relates to the proportion of fine gold contained in the gold alloy only. It does not relate to the gross weight of the lot, as the gross weight typically consists of the weight of the gold alloy and the weight of other materials added to the lot such as gemstones, soil encrustations, casting cores or other metals processed within the lot.
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