Antique Maritime Folk Art Black Carved Link Necklace /Mourning Style/Provenance

  

Striking vintage oversized carved wooden link necklace featuring large matte black hand-carved links and an attached handwritten provenance note passed down through a family estate. The necklace has a dramatic oversized graduated link design with a matte black finish that strongly resembles Victorian mourning jewelry and maritime folk art styles. The carved links have a sculptural quality and display beautifully both worn and as a decorative collectible piece. According to the attached note, the necklace was believed to have belonged to an earlier family generation of Irish heritage and was thought to have been hand carved by seamen/fishermen, possibly from ebony or another dense hardwood.

The original note references family names and genealogy details, which have been partially obscured in the listing photos for privacy purposes. The original unaltered note will be included with the necklace. Please note that the historical details contained in the provenance note have not been independently authenticated and are presented as family history accompanying the piece. While the exact origin and wood type cannot be verified, the necklace has a wonderful folk art / maritime aesthetic and displays beautifully as a statement piece. Details: Large carved interlocking wood links Matte black finish Lightweight wearable statement necklace Includes original handwritten provenance note Vintage estate piece Style influences: Maritime folk art Sailor carved jewelry Artisan statement necklace Coastal / bohemian / primitive design Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Please review all photos carefully for details and measurements.