Antique Chinese Bamboo Rattan Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet

Description

This is a listing for an antique Chinese bracelet.  It's hand wrought from silver and rattan.  The silver is at least 90 % pure or higher, tested as such, but not hallmarked. These antique pieces from China were occasionally hallmarked sterling and imported, but more often were not.  The inside diameter at it's widest is 2.75 inches and it will easily slip over a medium sized hand.  It's 3/8th of an inch thick, making this a larger bracelet than many that are available.
The rattan has a softened form and shape that reflects it's organic nature.  It's very dark brown..almost black with a strong beautiful polish.  If you put it in bright light you can see the natural growth patterns of the rattan.  The artist curves it into a rounded wrist shape and grooves out the terminals to form a tight joint with the sterling.  I've shown the terminal connections so you can see how well done this was.  No pins were necessary to hold it together and the joints remain very strong.  Some of these bangles will loosen up over the century but this piece is extremely tight.
The silver was formed into a three dimensional free form floral design with the use of repousee, where the design is stamped out from the back of the silver, and the front is engraved with an ornate pattern. The background is heavily textured and detailed and the entire pattern was oxidized for impact.  The oxidation remains strong and the silver has acquired a beautiful aged patina, as well.  I've seen some recent reproductions on the market and want to guarantee that this was purchased a very long time ago and is definitely an antique bracelet.  It's a timeless piece for the person who loves the beauty of antique Chinese artistry.  It will arrive by Priority mail with insurance.