Earring with pendant
Unknown Artist
Medium
Gold
Dimensions
Other: 5/16 x 3/8 x 1 7/16 in. (0.8 x 0.9 x 3.7 cm)
Classification
Gold and Silver
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Accession Number
74.51.3783
Art Historical Context
This exquisite **Earring with Pendant**, crafted entirely from gold, exemplifies the refined artistry of ancient Mediterranean jewelry. Measuring a delicate 5/16 x 3/8 x 1 7/16 inches (0.8 x 0.9 x 3.7 cm), its petite scale belies the skill required to fashion such an intricate accessory, likely designed to dangle gracefully from the ear and catch the light with every movement. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Greek and Roman Art department and classified among Gold and Silver works, this piece hails from **The Cesnola Collection**, acquired by public subscription between 1874 and 18...