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Earring

1700s - 1800s

Italy, Sardinia

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Medium
gold
Measurements
Overall: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.127.1
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Not on view
Print
A gold and pearl ornament features a circular sunburst medallion from which connects a large rectangular plaque. This plaque depicts two bird profiles facing a central flower among scrolling leaves. Three pendants hang from the bottom, each composed of a floral medallion above a leaf-shaped openwork form. Tiny white pearls outline every golden motif. The gold surfaces are textured with fine lines and leaf patterns throughout the tiered, vertical structure.

Earring

1700s - 1800s

Italy, Sardinia

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