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Pendant: M.40-1933

Current Location: Gallery 32 (Rothschild)

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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Description

Bloodstone, cameo pendant of the Emperor Rudolph II (1552, ruled 1567-1612), wearing ruff, cuirass and brooched cloak, facing in profile to the right. Mounted in oval gold setting with suspension loop and ring

Notes

History note: Max and Maurice Rosenheim collection; sold Sotheby's, 10 May 1923, lot 168b.

Legal notes

Given by Alfred A. De Pass

Measurements and weight

Height: 3 cm
Width: 2.9 cm

Place(s) associated

  • Prague

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1933-06-05) by de Pass, Alfred A.

Dating

16th Century, Late
Circa 1560 CE - Circa 1600 CE

School or Style

Renaissance

Components of the work

Mount composed of gold

Materials used in production

Bloodstone

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Identification numbers

Accession number: M.40-1933
Primary reference Number: 119016

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 19 February 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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