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Source Description
In the 18th century the flash of a diamond signaled wealth and prestige. The allure of diamonds crossed cultures and, when worn, they were an immediately recognizable statement of personal worth. The cut of diamond that became most popular over the course of the 18th century was the brilliant-cut, which particularly enhanced the sparkle of stones that were often worn in greatest abundance at night, under flickering candle light. In this ring diamonds frame a deep blue enamel ground set with more diamonds that form a floral spray.
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Document identity
localId
23152
label
Ring with Floral Motif
core
obj
dtoType
object
citationUrl
pageCount
1
Source metadata
id
23152
sourceUrl
contentType
object
stage
normalized
title
Ring with Floral Motif
description
In the 18th century the flash of a diamond signaled wealth and prestige. The allure of diamonds crossed cultures and, when worn, they were an immediately recognizable statement of personal worth. The cut of diamond that became most popular over the course of the 18th century was the brilliant-cut, which particularly enhanced the sparkle of stones that were often worn in greatest abundance at night, under flickering candle light. In this ring diamonds frame a deep blue enamel ground set with more diamonds that form a floral spray.
provenance
Henry Walters, Baltimore (?); given to Laura F. Delano, New York; given to Walters Art Museum, 1947.
date
2nd half 18th century
citationUrl
rightsUri
CC0
language
en
genreSpecific
Gold, Silver & Jewelry
finger rings
imageCount
1
pageCount
1
source
import
dimensionsRaw
H of bezel: 13/16 in. (2.06 cm); Diam of hoop: 11/16 in. (1.75 cm)
Source extras
med
gold, enamel, diamond, silver
creator_ids
6197
collection_ids
EAN
JWL
exhibition_ids
2513
Single page context
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1
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0
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photo
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2e324ab860e6fd2c