SHARA PORI MALAI

Gold necklace composed of elements in the shape of puffed rice, a symbol of fertility and prosperity. The Goddess Lakshmi is depicted seated on a lotus throne flanked by two elephants.
Natural rubies and white sapphires are set in 'closed setting' technique, where the precious stones are tightly enclosed in a gold box without the use of lack.

22 karat gold

Kerala, India.

Mid 20th century.

“The dance of the peacock” Usha R Bala Krishnan, Meera Sushil Kumar.