Object Details
Maker
Wolof artist
Description
Gold openwork, oval shaped pendant with a central flower panel, possibly from a stamp. The repeating openwork design is of straight lines of twisted wire and solid diamond shapes with impressed or incised almond shapes; all surrounded by twisted wire. The back of the pendant is textured. The hanging element is a wide filigree gold loop.
Provenance
Marian Johnson, purchased in Dakar, Senegal, 1963-late 20th century to 2012
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Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Marian Ashby Johnson
Date
Late 20th century
Object number
2012-18-60
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
Jewelry
Medium
Gold
Dimensions
H x W x D: 6.7 x 3.8 x 0.7 cm (2 5/8 x 1 1/2 x 1/4 in.)
Geography
Senegal
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Data Source
National Museum of African Art
Topic
Adornment
Female use
geometric motif
male
floral
flower
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmafa_2012-18-60