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Collections

Cigarette Case19th century

Not on view
Gold decorative object in the form of a scarab beetle, set with rubies, sapphires, and diamonds, with ribbed wing covers and a hinged opening
Gold scarab brooch or pendant, oval form viewed from above, with finely chased wing cases, segmented abdomen, and small beetle head with eyes at top, high-polished surface with subtle engraved detailing throughout.
Title
Cigarette Case
Place Made
Turkey
Date Made
19th century
Medium
Gold with precious stones
Dimensions
4 1/4 x 3 in. (10.80 x 7.62 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Lawrence Barker in memory of Lawrence Barker
Accession Number
M.76.22.2
Classification
Metal
Collecting Area
Art of the Middle East: Islamic