An impressive cordiform silver Asyk Pendant, Turkestan, Teke Tribe - 1880-1900
Worn originally also as a hair ornament. The heart-shaped Asyk Pendant is decorated with fine scrollwork and gilt, zigzag filigree on its borders and center. Inset with 3 stones.
the piece is cut, engraved, soldered, gilding remanence,
dimensions: 17*11 cm
weight: 130 grams
* In Turkestan just as in Europe, Hearts were to be a show of eternal love.
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Worn originally also as a hair ornament. The heart-shaped Asyk Pendant is decorated with fine scrollwork and gilt, zigzag filigree on its borders and center. Inset with 3 stones.
the piece is cut, engraved, soldered, gilding remanence,
dimensions: 17*11 cm
weight: 130 grams
* In Turkestan just as in Europe, Hearts were to be a show of eternal love.