Signed Siam Dancer Niello Fan Brooch

This is a pretty Siam Sterling fan brooch done in niello enamel with figural dancers on the front. It is signed Made In Thailand.

FAQ - This jewelry was popular 1930s-1970's. The design was carved into sterling and then filled with an "enamel-like" powder and baked. It was referred to as  "Niello" or "Nielloware" The designs feature figures from cultural mythology including  Mekkala, the Goddess of Lightning from the  Buddhist and Hindu Indian legend, Ramayama.  These pieces represent the excellent craftsmanship of the community and continued to be popular sweetheart gifts from soldiers throughout the Viet Nam War. The labeling "Siam" was indicative of earlier items.

Excellent reference website: : The Siam Sterling Nielloware Site   Be sure to check out our main catalog Siam Selections

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