This female figure is painted in gold leaf and ink on the BACK of a rectangle of glass, so the delicate art is protected (under golden lock and key!). The vibes are classical, and she is goddess-like. The very plants bend toward her in reverence (or maybe they're trying to get a better look at her tits?) Shimmery mother-of-pearl provides a backdrop to the outdoor painter. If it were mine, I'd hang it on a wall instead of wearing it.
MATERIALS: 14k gold (tests), mother of pearl, beveled glass lenses
AGE: c. 1790
CONDITION: Very good
SIZE: 4 1/2" total length including bale and pendant key, 2" x 1/2" locket