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A large and old nuptial adornment from Indonesia

Posted by Alaa eddine SAGID on October 12, 2014 at 1:29pm

Called Sertali and worn by Karo-Batak brides from northern Sumatra island

Comments

Thelma October 12, 2014 at 2:10pm

Wow, so beautiful and unusual to see this here. Did you find this in Paris? Or in some exotic location on the other side of the world? So exciting!
Betty October 12, 2014 at 4:11pm

Incredible craftsmanship. I would love to see a close-up of one of the large elements, please...

It's a shame we see so little Indonesian jewellery here. Thanks a lot for sharing the pic!
Peter Hoesli October 12, 2014 at 8:31pm

Dear Alaa, a beautiful piece indeed - congratulations! Peter
Lynn Ardent October 13, 2014 at 2:35am

Truly amazing. Like Betty I would love to see detailed photos. Is it heavy?
Akkie October 13, 2014 at 8:54am

Superb!
Alaa eddine SAGID October 13, 2014 at 9:25pm

Thanx everyone for the praises

it weighs around 360 grams .

I will soon make detailed photos, but meanwhile here is picture of how it was worn.
Renee from Amsterdam October 16, 2014 at 10:45am

Beautiful and complete looking Batak piece, Alaa!
Alaa eddine SAGID October 16, 2014 at 6:09pm

Thanx renee, it is indeed quite a piece!!