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Pendant with a Head of Jupiter

19th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 542

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Pendant with a Head of Jupiter
  • Date: 19th century
  • Culture: European
  • Medium: Agate cameo with an enameled gold mount set with diamonds
  • Dimensions: Height: 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
  • Classifications: Jewelry, Metalwork-Gold and Platinum
  • Credit Line: The Jack and Belle Linsky Collection, 1982
  • Object Number: 1982.60.372
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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