Half Century Collection
Lot 357:
Description
Keywords: Heirloom Jewelry, American Colonial Era, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Brooklyn Museum, Historical, Fine Jewelry, Goldsmith, Silversmith, Revolutionary War, Antique
Elias Pelletreau American Colonial Period Gold Necklace, Exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art with extensive documentation and history.
Artist Bio: Elias Pelletreau (1726-1810), a master goldsmith and silversmith of the American Colonial era, was renowned for his exquisite craftsmanship. Born in Southampton, Long Island, he honed his skills under the tutelage of the esteemed Simeon Soumain in New York City. Beyond his artistic legacy, Pelletreau was a dedicated patriot, serving as a captain in the Suffolk County militia during the Revolutionary War.
Measurement: Weighs 16.4 grams, Size: 14.25"L
Provenance: American Colonial era 18+k gold necklace, crafted by Elias Pelletreau, showcased in both the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Brooklyn Museum. Accompanied by extensive documentation and historical details from Captain Mortimer Howell and his spouse Gertrude Howell, direct descendants of Augustine Cobb, including provenance via family history noting books written about Pelletreau and who his customers were.
ID: 27638
Condition: Overall Good Condition. Evidence of repairs. clasp is not original to piece. Some wear to finish consistent with age.
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