http://collection.shangrilahawaii.org/internal/media/dispatcher/44117/fullPair of Gold-Set Diamond Bazubands (Armlets) with Enamelled (Kundun) Floral Onamentation on Reverse19th centuryEach armlet: 1 3/8 x 6 7/8 in. (3.5 x 17.5cm)
Overall (b): 3/16 x 1 3/8 x 6 7/8 in. (0.5 x 3.5 x 17.5cm)Enameled gold, diamonds, silk and metal-thread cordGift of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. Courtesy of the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art.57.52a-b1This pair of flexible armbands, known as a bazuband, are composed of multiple rows decorated with polychrome enamel and inlaid with diamonds. Bazuband were worn by both men and women. This miniature painting depicts a female courtier and her attendants shown wearing golden armbands, bangles and ear ornaments as they go about their tasks.Jewelry3.49250000003.49250000000E-100E-100.47630000000.47630000001647514958