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Foot Ornament (padasara)

1800s

South India, Mysore

Medium
silver
Measurements
Diameter: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.188
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Not on view
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A silver foot ornament is shaped into a vertical oval and punctuated by four raised decorative bands at its cardinal points. These bands are densely clustered with rounded beads and bisected by ribbed collars. Smooth, reflective curves of metal connect the textured quadrants. Dark gray patina sits within the intricate beadwork, contrasting with the polished surfaces and emphasizing the ring's slightly irregular, handcrafted profile.

Foot Ornament (padasara)

1800s

South India, Mysore

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