Neck Ornament
Heavy necklaces like this one were worn as part of a suite of jewelry by Bedouin women in Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Jewelry was an important part of the dowry in a marriage process and became the bride’s personal wealth which she would keep even in the case of divorce, and could sell if needed.
Artwork Details
- Title: Neck Ornament
- Date: 19th century
- Geography: From Saudi Arabia or Yemen
- Medium: Silver
- Dimensions: Ht. 9 7/16 in. (24 cm)
W. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm)
D. 3/8 in. (1 cm) - Classification: Accessory-Jewelry-Womenswear
- Credit Line: Gift of Afaf Hatoum, 1978
- Object Number: 1978.387
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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19th century
dated 1268 AH/1851–52 CE
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