Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star is a jewelry created in first half of the 17th century using fabricated from gold; worked in kundan technique and set with diamonds, rubies… measuring H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) W. 1 9/16 in. (3.9 cm) Wt. 19.12 g — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Fabricated from gold; worked in kundan technique and set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds; with pendant emerald bead |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) W. 1 9/16 in. (3.9 cm) Wt. 19.12 g |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait |
| Date | first half of the 17th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star?
Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star created?
Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star dates to first half of the 17th century.
What material is Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star made from?
Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star is crafted from fabricated from gold; worked in kundan technique and set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds; with pendant emerald bead.
Is Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star in the public domain?
Floral Pendant in the Form of an Eight-Pointed Star is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.