Earring
ca. 1760 (made)
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| Place of origin |
Very sophisticated imitation jewellery was made in Europe in the 18th century. It was sold by many of the leading jewellers. This style of earring (with three drops from a central top) is known as a girandole, and was very typical of the mid- to late 18th century. Before Australian opals became accessible, the opal was a rare stone. Here its shimmering beauty was achieved by setting a pink foil beneath a milky blue glass.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Opaline and white pastes (glass) set in silver |
| Brief description | Pair of earrings, opaline and white pastes (glass) set in silver, probably made in France, about 1760 |
| Physical description | Pair of girandole earrings with circular top and three drops hanging from a stylized bow, made of silver with opaline and colourless paste (glass) |
| Credit line | Given by Dame Joan Evans |
| Subject depicted | |
| Summary | Very sophisticated imitation jewellery was made in Europe in the 18th century. It was sold by many of the leading jewellers. This style of earring (with three drops from a central top) is known as a girandole, and was very typical of the mid- to late 18th century. Before Australian opals became accessible, the opal was a rare stone. Here its shimmering beauty was achieved by setting a pink foil beneath a milky blue glass. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.154A&B-1975 |
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| Record created | January 21, 2003 |
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