Pendant in the form of an amphora

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Pendant in the form of an amphora

Greek

Early Hellenistic Period

330–300 B.C.

Medium/Technique Gold and lapis lazuli

Dimensions Overall: 2.4cm (15/16in.)
Overall: 3.57 gm (0.01 lb.)

Credit Line Museum purchase with funds donated by contribution

Accession Number01.8169

NOT ON VIEW

CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Greece and Rome

ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Pendants

DescriptionAn amphora pendant (for an earring or necklace) made of lapis lazuli with gold accents at the handles, lid and base. A loop-in-loop chain and open hoop form the suspension arrangement (this may not be original). The gold lid is decorated with a filigree rosette and a twisted filigree border around the edge. The composition suggests a phiale posed above the amphora. A gold bead stands on top of the "phiale".

ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Edward Perry Warren (according to Warren's records: Bought in Rome. [with 01.8170]); December 1901: purchased by MFA from Edward Perry Warren