Necklace

possibly Southern German

early 17th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 520

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Necklace
Date: early 17th century
Culture: possibly Southern German
Medium: Gold, enamel, rubies, seed pearls, pearls and other small precious stones
Classifications: Metalwork-Gold and Platinum, Jewelry
Credit Line: The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Object Number: 1974.356.651a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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