Old Gilded Silver Maluku Filigree Earrings

Old Gilded Silver Maluku Filigree Earrings

This pair of old Maluku filigree earrings exemplifies the refined metalworking traditions of eastern Indonesia, where delicate craftsmanship and balanced ornamentation are central to ceremonial adornment. The earrings are formed with openwork filigree, composed of fine, hand-shaped scrolls arranged in a symmetrical, pear-like silhouette.

The upper section features an oval hoop surmount, flowing seamlessly into a broader pendant body articulated by layered curls and linear elements. Small spherical accents are distributed throughout the composition, adding rhythm, depth, and subtle movement when worn. The overall design reflects a strong sense of harmony and proportion, characteristic of Maluku ornamental aesthetics.

Executed in gilded silver, the earrings display a warm, time-softened patina that highlights their age and authenticity. The slight irregularities in the filigree work indicate hand fabrication rather than modern mechanical production. Such earrings were traditionally worn as part of ceremonial or festive attire and would have signified cultural identity, status, and craftsmanship rather than mere decoration.

H – 5.5 x 3 x 0.3 cm / 5 g

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