Necklace with Filigree and Beads

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late 18th–early 19th century · Gold · Islamic Art

The large fan-shaped pendant at the center of this necklace is decorated with flowers and scrolling motifs in gold. It is bordered by twelve finely filigreed amulets on either side, with clusters of small gold beads hanging below each. Together, these components form a substantial yet delicate piece of jewelry that would have been worn by a wealthy patron.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 18th–early 19th century

Medium

Gold

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1915