Triangular Amulet Holder
Group of Turkman Ornaments, nos. 2018.922.1–.6a, .6b
These bold silver ornaments come from the world of the Turkman tribes of Central Asia. Some of the forms such as the lozenge shaped amulet holder or Quran box relate to the styles of jeweled arts of the courts and urban centers. But most of these large and vibrant ornaments are a final expression of the unique sensibility of the Turkman people as their nomadic life gives way to modernity.
These bold silver ornaments come from the world of the Turkman tribes of Central Asia. Some of the forms such as the lozenge shaped amulet holder or Quran box relate to the styles of jeweled arts of the courts and urban centers. But most of these large and vibrant ornaments are a final expression of the unique sensibility of the Turkman people as their nomadic life gives way to modernity.
Artwork Details
- Title: Triangular Amulet Holder
- Date: late 19th–early 20th century
- Geography: Attributed to Central Asia or Iran
- Medium: Silver; with twisted wire chains and bells, chased and embossed decoration, and table-cut cut carnelians
- Dimensions: H. 11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm)
W. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm) - Classification: Jewelry
- Credit Line: Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2018
- Object Number: 2018.922.5
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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late 14th–16th century
ca. 1400
probably late 17th century
7th century
dated 531 AH/1137 CE
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