Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Gifts of Grandeur: The Dame Joan Evans Bow Pendant, 1630-60

Bow Pendant
1630-1660
Dame Joan Evans Collection from
The Victoria & Albert Museum



This enameled gold pendant, from the important jewel collection of Dame Joan Evans, takes the form of a bow. This piece was once part of a rather substantial necklace which was part of a lovely parure which included a matching bracelet. The pendant is set with rubies and hung with a pearl. The reverse of the piece is adorned with enamel flowers. It was made in Europe between 1630 and 1660. 







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