Friday, November 11, 2011

Mastery of Design: The Bangalore Parrot Earrings, 1880

This unusual pair of earrings with parrot motifs (gili ole) was meant to by worn in the lobe which sounds terribly uncomfortable. They were made in Bangalore in 1880 and were added to the V&A's magnificent collection of international jewelry. Made of gold, they are set with rubies and pearls.



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