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Bird and Flower

Posted by Betty on February 21, 2015 at 5:08pm

This is another flea market find which is reminiscent of the Multan (style) rings. However, they usually have a finer pattern, whereas the bird and flower motif on this ring are rather bold.Enamel on (silver-plated?) metal.I'd be happy about any more information.

Comments

Lynn Ardent February 21, 2015 at 8:31pm

I don't know what it is, but it is quite attractive! On many Multan pieces, the silver and enamel are ground down together to make a flat surface. To me, this ring resembles that technique. If it is manufactured this way, I think it is unlikely to be plated. However, some Multan work is 50/50 silver and brass, or just brass.
Betty February 21, 2015 at 8:41pm

Thanks for your comment Lynn. The reason I think it is plated is that the plating has worn off on the back of the ring. Otherwise I agree with you. The technique looks very Multan. Enamel and metal are on one level.
Preethi February 22, 2015 at 8:20am

What a beauty Betty - nicely executed and a lovely deep rich blue. The pattern - the silver rim, the lines linking the different elements - look Multani to me.
Lynn Ardent April 23, 2016 at 7:51pm

Dear Betty, I found this reference in the British Museum which may be applicable: http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_...
Betty April 23, 2016 at 8:29pm

Thanks a lot, Lynn. I think that's spot on! The shape, size and material all correspond...