Armlet

Unknown

19th century · Gold, precious stones · Islamic Art

This bracelet or bazuband is made from woven gold, and is studded with rubies and a rose-cut diamond. Similar examples are known to have been worn by brides in Maharashtra as part of a suite of bridal jewels adorning the whole body. This jewel was formerly in the collection of American artist and designer Lockwood de Forest (1850–1932) who purchased many jeweled objects while traveling in India between 1879–1881. Today, his collection of Indian jewelry in the Met serves as a near-comprehensive assemblage of late nineteenth century bodily adornment.

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th century

Medium

Gold, precious stones

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1915