{"product_id":"antique-silver-bazuband-upper-arm-bracelet-north-india-19th-century","title":"Antique Silver Bazuband Upper Arm Bracelet – North India – 19th Century","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"425\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn exceptional antique \u003cstrong data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eBazuband\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional silver armlet designed to be worn on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eupper arm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eThis substantial example is made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"493\"\u003ehigh-grade tested silver\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a strongly curved architectural form. The surface is richly worked with hand-engraved and repoussé geometric decoration, while the central band features a particularly attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eopenwork design bordered with twisted silver wire\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eThe bracelet is hollow and constructed from several carefully assembled silver elements. Two small rings on the inside were designed to receive a cord, allowing the Bazuband to be securely tied around the upper arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eThe tubular construction is particularly interesting. The ends may originally have been removable, potentially allowing a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eprotective written scroll or other amuletic material\u003c\/strong\u003e to be inserted inside. This interpretation is consistent with the protective function traditionally associated with some Bazuband, although the original contents of this example are unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eA powerful piece of historic South Asian jewelry, remarkable for its weight, sculptural construction and dense hand-worked decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"4i7duu\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a4ivjy\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eHigh-grade tested silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ap06yy\" data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eHollow construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nzv0j7\" data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eRepoussé and hand-engraved decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vy52df\" data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eCentral pierced \/ openwork silver band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13m3xkq\" data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eApplied twisted-wire borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ms3pcl\" data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eRounded tubular terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kyg25k\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eTwo internal rings for securing the armlet with a cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ydfz02\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eEntirely handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7q4hfq\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 124 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 cm \/ 1.97 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eLargest inner diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 cm \/ 2.76 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eThe pronounced curvature is intentional: this piece was designed to sit around the upper arm rather than the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mpvv7q\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Dating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eNorth India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eBazuband armlets belong to a long tradition of upper-arm ornaments in the Indian subcontinent. Related forms and construction techniques were also encountered across neighboring regions of present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003eA comparable example is documented in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eBir Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19ixv7t\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003eAmuletic Function\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eThe Bazuband was more than a decorative ornament. Upper-arm jewelry could also carry a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eprotective or talismanic function\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2696\"\u003eThe hollow construction of this example suggests that it may once have been intended to contain a protective scroll or amuletic material. The two internal rings allowed the bracelet to be secured to the arm with a cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eThe original contents, if any, have not survived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eGood antique condition with visible traces of age and prolonged use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2985\"\u003eThe silver shows surface wear, scratches, patination, small irregularities and areas of old soldering consistent with its handmade construction and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eThe tubular ends appear to be fixed today; they may originally have been removable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003ePlease examine the detailed photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"auzwwo\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003eWearing \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"243\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOriginally designed as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eupper-arm bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Bazuband can still be worn in its traditional position, secured with a cord through the two internal rings.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"393\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eIts sculptural curved form also allows it to be worn on the wrist as a striking statement cuff, depending on wrist size and personal preference.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"567\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBecause of its age and substantial construction, it is equally compelling as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"522\"\u003ecollector's piece of historic Indian jewelry\u003c\/strong\u003e and can be displayed as a sculptural object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"a6u9xq\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eReference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003eBir Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e – comparable Bazuband documented in the collection literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"52\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The image showing the bracelet being worn was digitally generated for illustrative purposes, as no model was available for a live photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arkandis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54899696140626,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4935\/8930\/files\/5917-6.png?v=1790772437","url":"https:\/\/arkandis.com\/products\/antique-silver-bazuband-upper-arm-bracelet-north-india-19th-century","provider":"Arkandis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}