Amulet Box - Hirz - Yemen

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Yemenese silver tube amulet box titled Boîte à amulette, dating from the mid-20th century, with a floral relief decoration and a Hirz indigenous designation, measuring 6.8 cm in height, 6.4 cm in width, 1.1 cm in depth and 74 g, 31 cm including the chain, with the tube unopenable and the surface showing age-related oxidation.

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DESCRIPTION

Authentic tubular silver box intended to hold an amulet, a verse from the Qur’an for example, originating from Yemen. The tube does not open or no longer opens. Beautiful example of artisanal silversmithing. The pendants clashing against each other emit a slight tinkle which, according to belief, would ward off djinns.

Floral relief decoration, traditional of the Bedouin tribes of Yemen and the Middle East.

The piece measures 6.8 cm in height, 6.4 cm in width and weighs 74 g. With the chain, the piece measures about 31 cm.

State

Fair condition for a piece from this era, bearing the marks of its age and use, with oxidation (see photos).

Professional packaging, traceable shipment.

DESCRIPTION

Authentic tubular silver box intended to hold an amulet, a verse from the Qur’an for example, originating from Yemen. The tube does not open or no longer opens. Beautiful example of artisanal silversmithing. The pendants clashing against each other emit a slight tinkle which, according to belief, would ward off djinns.

Floral relief decoration, traditional of the Bedouin tribes of Yemen and the Middle East.

The piece measures 6.8 cm in height, 6.4 cm in width and weighs 74 g. With the chain, the piece measures about 31 cm.

State

Fair condition for a piece from this era, bearing the marks of its age and use, with oxidation (see photos).

Professional packaging, traceable shipment.

Details

Indigenous object name
Hirz
Country of Origin
Yemen
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Silver
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Amulet Box
Height
31 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
1.1 cm
Weight
74 g
BelgiumVerified
757
Objects sold
100%
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