Antique green glass and gold naturalistic scene pendant earrings
Antique green glass and gold naturalistic scene pendant earrings
A pair of Georgian pendant earrings comprised of green pate de verre and gold drop-shaped panels depicting wildlife including antelopes and peacocks suspended from circular surmounts with textured bead surrounds and terminating in flower elements, in 18k. Later wire conversion
The technique used to decorate the glass panels in this unusual pair of earrings is called Thewa. It was popular in northern India during the 19th century.
- Circa1820
- Dimensions3 1/4"
- Weight26.65 grams
- SKUZ31681