Antique Egyptian Revival Necklace

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Egyptian Revival faience and hardstone necklace, strung on wire with gold fittings.

Circa 1870.
Diameter: 4 1/2 in.

Provenance: Retailed by A La Vieille Russie, ca. 1950.

This design takes inspiration from Egyptian “wesekh” style necklaces, a term meaning “broad one.” The necklace shape was inspired by ancient floral collars.

$22,000

Model photo by Karen Fuchs