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South German

Dress Ornament

16th century (cameo); 17th century (mount)
Agate, gold, enamel, and pearls
4 × 3.1 cm (1.6 × 1.2 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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