Ear Ornament (Tikhrazin), One of a Pair

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19th–first half 20th century · Silver, green glass, coral · Islamic Art

These Berber ear ornaments may have been inserted into the ear or attached to a diadem with chains, and positioned so as to hang on each side of the face, near the ear. This style is known as tikhrazin and is popular in the Rif mountain region. Coral is a typical material for Berber jewelry and is thought to possess baraka, or blessing.

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th–first half 20th century

Medium

Silver, green glass, coral

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Bequest of Helen Winslow Durkee Mileham, 1954