Who created "Prudence"?

Prudence was created by Etienne Delaune in ca. 1550–60, back: 19th century.

When was "Prudence" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1550–60, back: 19th century.

Is "Prudence" in the public domain?

Yes, Prudence is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Prudence

Q: What medium is "Prudence"?

Prudence is Chalcedony, mounted in gold with enamel, rubies, emeralds, diamond, and pearl.

Etienne Delaune

ca. 1550–60, back: 19th century

Medium

Chalcedony, mounted in gold with enamel, rubies, emeralds, diamond, and pearl

Dimensions

Overall, with pendant pearl, without bail: 3 3/16 x 1 7/8 in. (8.2 x 4.8 cm); Overall, central commesso (confirmed): 1 9/16 x 1 7/16 in. (4 x 3.6 cm); 40 x 34.7 mm

Classification

Metalwork-Gold and Platinum|Jewelry

Culture

French, Paris

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917

Accession Number

17.190.907

Rights

Public Domain

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Prudence

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