"Abzim Fibula - Algeria, Greater Kabylia, Beni Yenni - 19th Century "
Abzim FibulaAlgeria, Greater Kabylia, Beni Yenni
19th century
Silver, enamel and turquoise
H. 25; L 11 cm
(the enamel is very slightly missing)
A triangular ‘Abzim’ fibula, the lower part of which ends in a three-lobed finial. It is entirely covered with blue, green and yellow enamel and set with large coral cabochons. - Two round and three drop-shaped.
The reverse is arranged in a cartouche of geometric motifs and enhanced with polychrome enamel.
The ring of the mobile pin ends in two coral cabochons.
A feminine accessory, these fibulae were used to fasten draped garments. They came in pairs, linked together by a chain with a case.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
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