Rashaida Silver Bracelet – Rashaida – Eritrea – Silver – Mid-20th century HIGHLIGHTS • Refined Rashaida bracelet from Eritrea, executed in very fine silverwork. • Crisp relief and dense ornamentation with a beautiful, well-preserved surface. • Striking architectural profile with a serrated/spiked outer edge. • Provenance: acquired from Ethiopian collector Tekaligne (Tekalegn) Besepa, Addis Ababa. DETAILS • Origin: Rashaida, Eritrea • Materials: Silver • Period: mid-20th century (attributed) • Dimensions: Exterior 10.5 × 11.5 × 2 cm • Inner dimensions: 7 × 7.5 cm • Provenance: Acquired from Ethiopian collector Tekaligne (Tekalegn) Besepa, Addis Ababa INTRODUCTION Elegant Rashaida silver bracelet from Eritrea, combining refined craftsmanship with a bold, sculptural presence. CONTEXT / FUNCTION Among Rashaida communities in the Horn of Africa, silver jewellery plays an important role in personal adornment and social display. Such pieces are valued both for the intrinsic value of the metal and for the finesse of the silversmith’s work. AESTHETIC / TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION This bracelet is beautifully constructed with a strong, rounded body and a richly textured surface. The decoration is arranged in dense registers of fine relief and punchwork, culminating in a serrated outer contour that gives the piece a distinctive, graphic silhouette. The overall effect is both ornate and architectural, with excellent balance and precision. CONDITION Overall: very good, with minor age-related wear. • Light surface wear consistent with use; details remain crisp (see photos). INCLUDED No stand included.