Sculpted Bouquet Statement Necklace

Unique gifts for her. A parian porcelain vase (1830-70) probably made in Bennington, Vermont, serves as the inspiration behind this bold necklace. Elevated with cultured freshwater pearls, this statement piece features lacquer flowers and a ceramic glaze in reference to the Museum's vessel. Parian porcelain, named in reference to the ancient marble quarry on the Greek island of Parros, has a higher proportion of feldspar (a rock-forming mineral) than conventional porcelain, resulting in what resembles white statuary marble. Stylish and affordable, household ornaments made of parian porcelain became extremely popular in the mid-19th century.