Charm worn by a young boy to protect him from the evil eye and to give him life
Artist
Artist unrecorded
Datec. 1900
Place madeHistoric Palestine or Jordan, Middle East, Asia
MediumBlue glass beads, snake vertebrae, aqiq (agate), twine
DimensionsOverall: 13 3/4 x 4 1/8 in. (35 x 10.5 cm)
ClassificationsAmulets
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.1981.48.113
DescriptionBent, moldmade, cut, hammered, soldered, filigree. Flower shaped links in chain held together by 2 rings. Second chain suspended from upper one. Attached to chain are small amulets, crescents, animals, beads, household items.See vertical file. Possibly a chin necklaceOn View
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20th century