Our Heritage pieces are truly one-of-a-kind treasures, each one carefully curated for its exceptional craftsmanship, provenance, and character. These pieces are selected with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring they embody the timeless elegance and cultural richness that define our collection. Because every Heritage item is unique, only a single piece is available, making each acquisition a rare and meaningful addition to any collection.
Each Heritage item is entirely handcrafted using centuries-old techniques that are deeply rooted in India’s rich jewellery traditions. Every piece is thoroughly inspected and expertly fitted by us to ensure it meets the standards of contemporary wear. Together with the client, we review whether any custom adjustments are desired, ensuring the piece aligns perfectly with modern comfort while preserving its historical integrity.
Heritage pieces are delicate and need to be handled with care. Please store your jewellery in the supplied pouches and cases, to prevent them from scratching.
Please avoid contact with water, perfume, other liquids or strong substances.
When not worn, we strongly advise jewellery from our Collections to be stored in the supplied pouch and cases. With the exception of enamelled surfaces, your jewellery can be cleaned with a soft toothbrush and soft jewellery polishing cloth. Avoid any soap
Items featuring waxed cotton cord should be kept away from water and other strong substances.
In our workshop we have a team of specialists who are experts in any restauration, restringing, stone setting or restauration challenge. Please contact concierge@vangelderjewellery.com for a consultation
A pair of 23k gold bangles, kundan-set with natural diamonds in floral collets.
The outer surface is adorned with green enamel work, while the inner surface features intricate enamel decoration in the traditional Safed Chalwan style: a combination of red and green motifs set against a white enamel background, depicting poppies and foliage. This exquisite work is crafted using the traditional Champlevé technique.
Historical studies of Indian jewelry suggest that such bangles, as well as certain types of bracelets, anklets, and bazu bands, were traditionally worn in pairs. This practice is deeply connected to the Indian concept of cosmic order and balance, which emphasizes symmetry and harmony. Adornments on the right side of the body were mirrored on the left, with one bangle worn on each arm to maintain this balance.
Literature
Susan Stronge: “A Golden Treasury” Jewellery from the Indian Subcontinent. Pag. 90 ill 84
Asharani Mathur: “ A Jewelled Splendour” Pag. 53
Rinascente: “Gioielli dall’India
