Sottsass and Pivano made a habit of seeking out expressive travel jewelry, which they acquired on their extensive travels around the world. This enamel-on-copper pendant references a necklace from Papua New Guinea "in which stacked bamboo batons would indicate the wealth and status of the wearer." Photo 7 of 9 in Buy a Piece of Ettore Sottsass Apartment at Christie's

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Sottsass and Pivano made a habit of seeking out expressive travel jewelry, which they acquired on their extensive travels around the world. This enamel-on-copper pendant references a necklace from Papua New Guinea "in which stacked bamboo batons would indicate the wealth and status of the wearer."