Smithsonian Institution Exclusive
Description
Blooming chrysanthemums—known as kiku in Japan where they're an emblem of the imperial family and a symbol of autumn—adorn this gleaming hand-enameled chrysanthemum bracelet. The motifs are adapted from Japanese artworks in the National Museum of Asian Art. Goldtone brass with easy-open hinged clasp and available in Dark Blue, Light Blue, and Teal to wear individually or as a stacked collection of chrysanthemum jewelry.
This jewelry item comes packaged in a white box (pictured).
Museum Story
The Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art, opened to the public in 1923, a gift to the nation from Charles Lang Freer. The Gallery contains an extensive collection of oriental art, prints, sculpture and silk panels, as well as a major group of 19th and 20th century American works.
Details
- Enameled brass
- Available in Dark Blue, Light Blue, and Teal
- 3" from hinge to clasp x 0.75"W
- 7" circumference; 3.5"dia.
- Avoid contact with perfume, hair spray, and water
- Store sterling silver in a cool, dry place
- Made in Thailand
