H x W x D: 4.3 x 4.6 x 1.3 cm (1 11/16 x 1 13/16 x 1/2 in.)
Type:
Jewelry
Geography:
Senegal
Date:
1920s
Description:
Gold filigree pendant of 5 petaled flower surmounted by a projecting and tiered openwork rosette. The petals are decorated with undulating filigree, applied soft-edged "X" elements and spiraled filigree teardrops inbetween. The convex disc of metal at the back serves as a base for the pendant. Ring with hoop at top for suspension from chain or necklace. The proper right is missing a teardrop filigree element and the other half of the brooch pin.
Provenance:
Marian Johnson, purchased in Dakar, Senegal, 1963-late 20th century to 2012
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