An Antique Southeast Asian Bone Amulet Pendant embellished with profuse gilt ornament

embellished with profuse gilt ornament and delicate raised beadwork

No evident chips or losses to the hilt

Unlike Leslie he developed this slash cutting technique to a point where he cut his silhouettes almost to ribbons

and mounts form a cohesive and highly ceremonial weapon

he became Royal Silversmith to the King Alfonso XIII and moved to Ferraz 17

An Antique Southeast Asian Bone Amulet Pendant embellished with profuse gilt ornamentCarved entirely by hand, this antique amulet features a figure of the seated Buddha in an attitude of prayer, poised above a tooth shaped fragment of bone. The sacred element is secured within a silvered metal mount, embossed with floral motifs that rise elegantly to a shaped bail, allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant. Measurements: 7. 5cm x 1. 5cm Condition: Presented in its original condition, the piece bears the natural imperfections and