Antique Batak Padung Padung Silver Earring Sumatra Indonesia Tribal Spiral
This is a rare, authentic antique single Padung-Padung ear ornament, traditionally crafted and worn by the Karo Batak people of North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Expertly fashioned from a single thick metal wire, it features a vertical central shaft terminating into two beautifully symmetrical, tight outward-facing spirals. In Batak culture, these heavy ornaments were prized family heirlooms symbolizing a woman's marriage, wealth, and high social status. Because full-sized pairs are notoriously heavy, they were historically supported by a traditional textile headdress (tudung) to relieve pressure on the earlobes.
Identical examples of these historic tribal ornaments are preserved in the permanent collections of world-renowned institutions, such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and are highly sought after by tribal art collectors in premier international auction houses. This specific piece is a fantastic, manageable size, making it perfect for an ethnic jewelry collection, a stunning gallery display specimen, or a unique statement pendant.
【Specifications】
- Dimensions: Approx. 3" Width x 3.5" Height (7.6 cm x 8.9 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 1.9 oz (53.8 grams)
- Quantity: 1 Single Piece (Not a pair)
- Material: Low-Grade Silver / Coin Silver Alloy (Traditional tribal metal composition)
- Estimated Era: Early to Mid-20th Century (Circa 1900-1950)
- Culture/Region: Pacific Islands & Oceania / Southeast Asian Tribal Art (Karo Batak, Sumatra, Indonesia)
【Condition Report】
- Genuine Antique / Vintage Condition.
- The item shows a rich, authentic aged patina with natural tarnishing, surface oxidation, and character-defining dark tones throughout.
- No major verdigris or corrosion damage; the historical silver patina is beautifully and cleanly preserved.
- Hand-forged irregularities, asymmetrical curves, and slight surface pitting from the original tribal casting process are present, adding to its unique ethnographic appeal.
- The structure remains completely solid, rigid, and robust with no structural cracks or major damage.
Antique Batak Padung Padung Silver Earring Sumatra Indonesia Tribal Spiral
Sale price$160.00
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