Title
Gold filigree 'cup' possibly for a stone or a pearl
Year/Period
early 20th century
Region
Singapore
Material
Dimension
Object size: 0.9 x 0.8 x 0.7 cm
Accession No.
2016-00903
Credit Line
Gift of Winson Tan in memory of the late Edward Tan TL
This is a gold cup shaped ornament made of filigree work. It is likely that this ornament was used as a holder for a gem stone or pearl. The hole at the base of the ornament would allow for light to pass through a diamond or gem stone which would result in a more brilliant appearance.This ornament is part of a group donation from descendants of Tan Kim Seng and Tan Jiak Kim. Both were wealthy merchants, philanthropists and leaders of the local Hokkien community.
