1985.R.508, Folding Fan with a View of the Pont Neuf, France, c. 1755-1760
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Wendy and Emery Reves's fan collection was one of their most distinguished areas of collecting and was of particular interest to Wendy Reves. She collected nearly 110 examples dating from the early 18th to the early 20th century.
1985.R.494, "The Card Game" Fan, France, c. 1740-1750
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Wendy and Emery Reves's fan collection was one of their most distinguished areas of collecting and was of particular interest to Wendy Reves. She collected nearly 110 examples dating from the early 18th to the early 20th century.
1985.R.498, "Jephthah's Daughter" Fan, Possibly England, c. 1740-1750
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Wendy and Emery Reves's fan collection was one of their most distinguished areas of collecting and was of particular interest to Wendy Reves. She collected nearly 110 examples dating from the early 18th to the early 20th century.
1996.35.A-B, Pair of earrings, Rome, 2nd-3rd century C.E., gold, garnets, pearls
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
In the ancient Mediterranean world, pearls were valued for both their uniqueness (no two are alike) and their brilliance, which was far greater than the uncut gems worn by the Romans. Owning a pearl was considered a great luxury.
1995.26, Necklace with garnet cabochons, Rome, 2nd-3rd century C.E., gold, garnet
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
In both Hellenistic and Roman times, gold sources in southern Russia and the Caucasus were available to Mediterranean craftsmen. Sources even farther afield, such as India and Nubia, led to a rich repertory of gold jewelry.
1991.75.92.6, Ingot, Rome, 1st century C.E., gold
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Ingots are a m
1991.75.92.5, Ingot, Rome, 1st century C.E., gold
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Ingots are a mass of any t