Necklace
300-100 B.C.
Medium
Decorative Arts-Jewelry
Classification
Decorative Arts-Jewelry
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of John Gellatly
Accession Number
1929.8.183.14
Art Historical Context
This exquisite Necklace, dating from 300-100 B.C., hails from an unidentified ancient culture and exemplifies the artistry of early decorative jewelry. Crafted during a dynamic era of cultural exchange and technological innovation across ancient civilizations, such pieces were more than adornments—they symbolized status, spirituality, and craftsmanship. Though specifics of its origin remain mysterious, its presence in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection highlights the timeless allure of ancient works integrated into American art narratives. As a prime example of Decorative Arts-J...
About the Artist
Unidentified ( ) · –