Male arm jewel of the Lawa- tribe
| Accession Nr.: | 2622 |
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| Type: | jewellery; metalwork |
| Date of production: |
19th century
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| Place of production: | |
| Acquisition: | collection of Ferenc Hopp |
| Materials/Techniques: | silver, notched, with metal insert |
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| Dimensions: | height: 1 cm diameter: 10. 4 cm |
A silver bracelet with four different decorations, complemented by a twisted insert, meticulously crafted.
The Lawa are a hill tribe from the highlands of northern Thailand. The members of this ethnic group are know for their high quality metalwork, mainly ironsmithing.
The Lawa are a hill tribe from the highlands of northern Thailand. The members of this ethnic group are know for their high quality metalwork, mainly ironsmithing.