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

Prudence

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