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Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval pendant with a light-colored metal, possibly gold or bone, featuring a carved cherub with wings playing a stringed instrument, surrounded by floral designs. The pendant has a decorative bail at the top with a small loop and a white string threaded through it. The background of the image is a plain beige surface. The pendant is titled "Pendant" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1850–75
Medium
ivory
Culture
European
Dimensions
341 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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