|
Egyptian Lotus Necklace
DESCRIPTION
Broad collars were most frequently worn by royalty, and among the Museum's collection of Egyptian jewelry from pharaoh Thutmose III is a broad collar of gold inlaid with carnelian, turquoise and blue glass. This particular piece is believed to be a gift to one of his wives. The Egyptian Lotus Necklace is based on the collar's design.24K gold overlay, with lapis lazuli, carnelian, and turquoise. Hand enameled. Adjusts from 17''L to 19''L with extender.
- 24K gold overlay
- Hand enameled
- Semiprecious stones lapis lazuli, carnelian, and turquoise
- Adjusts from 17''L to 19''L with extender
ART HISTORY
The lotus was one of the most revered flowers and symbols of ancient Egypt. It represented daily rebirth and rejuvenation because it closed at night and reopened in the morning to reveal a central yellow circle and its radiating petals—like the rising sun.DESCRIPTION
Broad collars were most frequently worn by royalty, and among the Museum's collection of Egyptian jewelry from pharaoh Thutmose III is a broad collar of gold inlaid with carnelian, turquoise and blue glass. This particular piece is believed to be a gift to one of his wives. The Egyptian Lotus Necklace is based on the collar's design.24K gold overlay, with lapis lazuli, carnelian, and turquoise. Hand enameled. Adjusts from 17''L to 19''L with extender.
- 24K gold overlay
- Hand enameled
- Semiprecious stones lapis lazuli, carnelian, and turquoise
- Adjusts from 17''L to 19''L with extender
ART HISTORY
The lotus was one of the most revered flowers and symbols of ancient Egypt. It represented daily rebirth and rejuvenation because it closed at night and reopened in the morning to reveal a central yellow circle and its radiating petals—like the rising sun.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
-
Non-Member Price: $145.00
Member Price: $130.50
-
Non-Member Price: $90.00
Member Price: $81.00
Your Recently Viewed Items
Your purchase supports The Metropolitan Museum of Art and its programs.
- Customer Service
- Gift Center
- Become a Member
- Customer Feedback
- My Account
- Online Catalogue
- Make a Donation
- Privacy Policy
- Order Tracking
- MetKids Gift Guide
- Corporate Gifts
- Accessibility
- Order From Our Catalogue
- Gifts Under $50
- Wholesale Sales
- Site Map
- Store Locations
- Special Offers
- About The Met Store
- Find Us on Facebook
