#90 • 1940's Sterling Japanese Damascene Komai Bracelet

Part of Rare Marvels: Fine Jewelry, Antique Silver, & Designer Wallets (timed auction by Lux Auctions)

High bid $21.00

Status: Sold

Category: Jewelry

This antique sterling bracelet is a Japanese Damascene Komai piece. This style of jewelry was created in Japan in the 1940's -  flat steel plates are incised with ornate designs, which are inlayed with gold (often 24 k) and silver wire.  This bracelet consists of 8 panels of detailed landscape scenes in gold and silver against a black background.  Each silver panel has one object engraved on the back - an insect, a flower, a boat. The bracelet has a push-in clasp and safety chain, and is stamped "Silver". It measures 6.5" L  and weighs 22 g. It is in very good vintage condition. Please view all photos for more details.