Old large carved bone necklace, engraved beads, brown decoration, honey patina

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Large antique sculpted bone necklace, comprising a significant assortment of turned and engraved beads, with brown incised decoration on a patinated cream background. An expressive piece with a strong decorative presence.

Description

Necklace consisting of a string of bone beads of various sizes: small round beads and discs, ribbed oblong elements, sculpted fluted balls, and large cylindrical beads with engraved decoration. The incised motifs feature stars, lines, rosettes, and geometric compositions enhanced with brown coloring in the hollows, creating a strong contrast with the material's light hue.

The composition alternates solid volumes, elongated beads, and larger sculpted elements, giving the piece a full and rhythmic silhouette. The surface shows a warm, honey to light brown patina, with natural nuances and traces of use that highlight the relief of the decoration.

Context

Sculpted bone jewelry is part of an ancient artisanal tradition, where engraving, turning, and dyeing of hollows create adornments with a strong graphic character. This necklace is a decorative and artisanal piece, focusing on material, volume, and engraved ornamentation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Patina of use, variations in shade, small marks, old dirt, and irregularities due to age and artisanal manufacturing. A repaired element of greyish tint is visible on one tubular bead. The ensemble retains a beautiful decorative presence and a coherent interpretation of its composition.

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