Van Gogh Irises Enamel Pendant Necklace

Reaching blooms from a radiant spring bouquet by Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853–1890) decorate our enamel pendant. In May of 1890, just before his departure from the asylum in Saint-Rémy, the artist painted four exceptional still lifes, including the exuberant Irises (1890). Van Gogh sought to achieve a "harmonious and soft" effect by placing the "violet" flowers against a "pink background." Owing to his use of fugitive red pigments, these colors have since faded with time.

Details

• 18K gold plate

• Enamel

• Lobster-claw closure

• Chain: 16''L with 2'' extender

• Pendant: 1 1/4'' diam.

• Clean with a damp cloth and dry with a soft, clean cloth