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A pair of golden earornaments, about 3,2cm high.In India they are called Thandatta.
The soft gold is filled with lac to prevent denting.
The design suggests a three-dimensional Mandala.19/20th century.
Some more descriptions on
Oppi Untacht, Traditional Jewellery of India, page 221
The Beningson Collection-When Gold Blossoms",# 65
W.Ganguly-Earrings, page 242/243
these are beautiful.
My knowledge of pieces form India is very lacking.
I shall enjoy learning from your posts.
The descriptions and references are a superb way to connect the pics to further researches for members.
Thanks
Sarah