Portrait casket

1900 - 1910

Influenced by English jewelry-making, at the end of the nineteenth century medallions in which a photograph could be placed became very popular. This gold pendant can be opened to reveal a portrait. It was undoubtedly a favourite jewel which was worn a great deal by a mother. Look carefully and you can even see a child’s tooth marks.

• Places and dates

  Unknown, 1900? - 1910? (Production)

• Style

  Art Nouveau

• Materials

  Diamond , Gold , Emerald

• Dimensions

  • Height: 38 mm (Total)

• Category

  Jewellery

• Object number

  DMK93/6

• IPR status

  Public domain