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Rebecca Rau The Curtain of Lombard Necklace
Rebecca Rau The Curtain of Lombard Necklace
Rebecca Rau The Curtain of Lombard Necklace

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Rebecca Rau The Curtain of Lombard Necklace

  • The Curtain of Lombard necklace by Rebecca Rau reimagines a ornament into a stunning pendant
  • Crafted in the Middle Ages, the pendant would have been worn around the waist to ward off evil
  • Rau complements the historic bronze with round spinels, peridot cabochons and elongated tourmalines
  • Set in 18K yellow gold
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$29,500
Item No. 32-2942

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Description
This stunning necklace by Rebecca Rau breathes new life into a bronze ornament originally from Lombardy. Crafted circa 575-625 AD, the decorative element would have originally been suspended from an Italian or Carpathian woman’s belt, hanging just below the waist to follow her movements when worn to ward off evil by drawing attention to itself.

Designer Rebecca Rau reimagines it as a pendant, complemented by 3.86 round spinels nestled into each circular appendage, with. . .
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This stunning necklace by Rebecca Rau breathes new life into a bronze ornament originally from Lombardy. Crafted circa 575-625 AD, the decorative element would have originally been suspended from an Italian or Carpathian woman’s belt, hanging just below the waist to follow her movements when worn to ward off evil by drawing attention to itself.

Designer Rebecca Rau reimagines it as a pendant, complemented by 3.86 round spinels nestled into each circular appendage, with a curtain of gems suspended beneath it. The 24.22 carats of peridot cabochons and 7.07 carats of elongated lagoon tourmalines expertly accent the Medieval artifact’s beautiful patina. The converted pendant hangs from a 20th-century Turkish silver chain. Set in 18K yellow gold.
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Rebecca Rau The Curtain of Lombard Necklace
Maker: Rau, Rebecca
Period: Contemporary
Origin: America
Type: Necklaces
Style: Ancient
Stones: Peridot;Spinel;Tourmaline
Threads of Time: Fashion in the Ancient World
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For over a century, we've placed important art, rare jewels and exceptional objects with more than 14,000 collectors worldwide, and have been recognized by trusted publications including Robb Report, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and more.

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The M.S. Rau Difference

The M.S. Rau Difference

The M.S. Rau Difference

Our philosophy has always been to offer clients only the very finest antiques, works of art and jewelry, and to back every transaction with the highest level of customer service. Earning your trust and delivering only the very best pieces is our top priority.

-Bill Rau, Third-Generation Owner

Fine Art

M.S. Rau is committed to offering fine art of the highest caliber and we seek paintings and sculpture by historically renowned artists, often with impressive provenance. The large majority of our works of art come from private. . .

M.S. Rau is committed to offering fine art of the highest caliber and we seek paintings and sculpture by historically renowned artists, often with impressive provenance. The large majority of our works of art come from private collections; many are fresh to the market. Founded on Bill Rau’s expertise in the field, our specialisms range from Old Master pictures to Modern Art masterpieces. We regularly exhibit Dutch, Flemish, and Italian Old Masters, Academic, Orientalist, Barbizon, Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Maritime & Sporting, British Neoclassical and American Illustration.

Our experienced fine art consultants offer personalized and confidential fine art consultation services to all clients. Whether you are looking to begin collecting art, grow an existing collection, or redefine your collecting strategy, M.S. Rau can support you on this journey.

Jewelry

For more than a century, M.S. Rau has offered clients a superb selection of the highest quality jewelry. From the rarest colored diamonds, to the most sublime gemstones, to the most exquisite designer jewelry, M.S. Rau houses. . .

For more than a century, M.S. Rau has offered clients a superb selection of the highest quality jewelry. From the rarest colored diamonds, to the most sublime gemstones, to the most exquisite designer jewelry, M.S. Rau houses an extraordinary collection of fine jewels to satisfy the most discerning collector. Stunning creations by Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston and Patek Philippe are offered alongside extreme rarities such as vivid yellow, pink and blue diamonds, coveted Burma and Kashmir sapphires and elusive Golconda diamonds prized for their fire and perfection. Iconic jewels from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Art Nouveau and Victorian periods round out the collection.

Antiques

Since 1912, M.S. Rau has been recognized as a leader in the antiques industry and today our collections of rare silver, furniture, clocks, porcelain, glass and objets d'art are second to none. Our commitment to curating the. . .

Since 1912, M.S. Rau has been recognized as a leader in the antiques industry and today our collections of rare silver, furniture, clocks, porcelain, glass and objets d'art are second to none. Our commitment to curating the world’s most extraordinary and beautiful treasures has remained steadfast and our acquisition philosophy is simple: seek out and acquire only the very finest works whose provenance, beauty and rarity set them apart from all others. Our clients can be certain that each and every piece in our gallery has been hand-selected and carefully vetted for authenticity, condition and provenance. And, because our network of contacts spans generations, we are often able to acquire pieces that may have otherwise never been available on the market.

Whether you are just starting your collection, adding to an existing collection or even decorating your home, our team’s knowledge and experience can assist you in your endeavor. We have services and procedures in place to make your acquisition process both enjoyable and efficient.