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antique Multan enamelled necklace No- 1

Posted by Karimi ( Kabul Art Galerie ) on November 18, 2013 at 9:45pm
History of the ObjectIn the Punjab Province of Pakistan, the craft of making jewellery is done by a specific group of artisans. These people inherit the skills by direct descent from father to son. Gems and semi precious stones are worn not only for fashion purposes but they are also worn under the prescription of astrologers and spiritual leaders to protect the wearer from evil.
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Tags: Antique, Enamelled, Multan, Necklace
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  • Eva Baby November 19, 2013 at 8:42am

    I have seen such Multan Pendants, they are beautiful. What I like here a lot, is the hole creation, with the beautiful tassles between the Multan Pendants and the beads. As a hole it is a Piece of art.

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