Armlet

Unknown

19th century · Silver · Islamic Art

Jewelry in India was not restricted to wealthy members of society, but rather produced with varying materials to appeal to a range of economic classes. This armlet, or bazuband, has been made with a dark metal alloy embellished with beige-colored threads, and would have been owned by someone of modest means. Such jewels were worn on the upper bicep, adorning the arm of the wearer.

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th century

Medium

Silver

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891