Silver repousse bracelet with procession scene

Jewelry

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

The image shows a detailed, ornate metallic cuff bracelet with intricate engravings depicting a series of figures and patterns, bordered by a series of rounded studs along the top and bottom edges, creating a textured appearance that highlights the craftsmanship and artistic design intricacies.

The image shows a detailed, ornate metallic cuff bracelet with intricate engravings depicting a series of figures and patterns, bordered by a series of rounded studs along the top and bottom edges, creating a textured appearance that highlights the craftsmanship and artistic design intricacies.

Name/Title

Silver repousse bracelet with procession scene

Entry/Object ID

1989.15.14

Category

Vault, Chinese, Objects, People, Functional Object
Ethnic

Made/Created

Artist

Anonymous Chinese

Dimensions

Dimension Description

overall size

Height

2 in

Width

2-3/4 in

Exhibition

Permanent Collection: Center Art Gallery - September 1, 2015 - May 2016

General Notes

Note

This bracelet was carved utilizing the repoussé metalworking technique. Originally a design from the T’ang dynasty, this bracelet shows a very full and detailed landscape replete with figures. The group could be characters from Chinese literature, history, or mythology.