Lot 230
  • 230

A Mughal Enamelled and Gem-Set Pendant, India, Circa 1800

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

of tear-drop form, with set emerald medallion carved with a lily plant bordered by diamonds and seven pendant sea-pearls, the reverse decorated with red, green, blue, white and yellow enamels, with a roundel enclosing a bird amidst foliage reserved against a red ground, bordered by petals, blue enamelled loop with diamond setting

Condition

Minor abrasion to emerald, rubbing to green enamelling along the edge, as viewed
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