Necklace
ca. 1660 (bow) (made), 1800-1900 (chain and pendant) (made)
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The central bow is a magnificent example of a mid-17th century jewel. The painted opaque enamel was a recent innovation, said to have been developed by a Frenchman, Jean Toutin of Châteaudun. This striking colour combination was much used in enamels around this date.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Enamelled gold set with table-cut diamonds, hung with a pearl and a large polished sapphire |
| Brief description | Enamelled gold necklace with pendant, set with diamonds, hung with a pearl & a large sapphire drop, made in Western Europe, the bow about 1660, the chain and pendant 1800-1900 |
| Physical description | Necklace based on the bow motif. Small bows in alternating turquoise/black and white/turquoise enamel are linked together to form the chain; at the front is a large diamond-set bow with flowers and sapphire and pearl drop. The bow made in Western Europe, about 1660, the chain and pendant probably made 1800-1900. |
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| Credit line | Bequeathed by Lady Alma-Tadema |
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| Summary | The central bow is a magnificent example of a mid-17th century jewel. The painted opaque enamel was a recent innovation, said to have been developed by a Frenchman, Jean Toutin of Châteaudun. This striking colour combination was much used in enamels around this date. |
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| Accession number | M.95-1909 |
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| Record created | January 20, 2003 |
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