Brooch

Edward White

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an ornate piece of jewelry. It depicts an intricate jewelry design featuring two round gemstones set in an ornate gold framework. The larger gemstone is encircled by a metal frame with symmetrical scrollwork and small decorative spheres. Below it, there is a smaller gemstone, also framed, with dangling ornamental spikes or tassels. The background is a plain, soft beige color. The signature in the bottom right corner suggests meticulous craftsmanship.