Ornament
This large ornament likely once served as a pendant in a necklace. The central gemstone is a light green beryl, which was originally foiled on the backside to create a vibrant and deep green color. The foil has since deteriorated, leaving an uneven appearance in the center stone. Red, green, and white enameling (meenakari) on the backside enhances the floral shape of this ornament.
This ornament was formerly in the collection of American artist and designer Lockwood de Forest (1850–1932) who purchased many jeweled objects while traveling in India between 1879–1881. Today, his collection of Indian jewelry in the Met serves as a near-comprehensive assemblage of late nineteenth century bodily adornment.
This ornament was formerly in the collection of American artist and designer Lockwood de Forest (1850–1932) who purchased many jeweled objects while traveling in India between 1879–1881. Today, his collection of Indian jewelry in the Met serves as a near-comprehensive assemblage of late nineteenth century bodily adornment.
Artwork Details
- Title: Ornament
- Date: 19th century
- Geography: Attributed to North India
- Medium: Gold, beryl; enameled on verso
- Dimensions: H. 3 7/16 in. (8.7 cm)
W. 3 1/16 in. (7.8 cm)
D. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm) - Classification: Jewelry
- Credit Line: John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1915
- Object Number: 15.95.110
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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Ghulam ‘Ali Khan
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dated 1268 AH/1851–52 CE
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