A CHAM GOLD RING DEPICTING KALA
Champa, c. 17th – 18th century. The skillfully crafted top of the ring shows the decorative mask of Kala (kirthimukha), the deity of passing time. The Kala (or kirthimukha) mask is a common motif in Cham art intended to evoke fear and dispel evil.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Very good condition with minor traces of age and wear.
Weight: 17.5 g
Dimensions: Size 2.5 x 2.4 cm, Inner Diameter 1.8 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 537/1000
Metallurgic Analysis
The data from the metallurgic analysis posted in the catalogue entry for each lot in this auction relates to the proportion of fine gold contained in the gold alloy only. It does
not relate to the gross weight of the lot, as the gross weight typically consists of the weight of the gold alloy and the weight of other materials added to the lot such as gemstones, soil encrustations, casting cores or other metals processed within the lot.