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Earcuff Women of Algiers

BW400616

A piece of jewelry inspired by the earrings worn by the Women of Algiers, as depicted in the painting by Eugène Delacroix (1834).

© 2017 GrandPalaisRmn (Louvre Museum) / Franck Raux

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:Store the jewelry away from dust and moisture. Avoid contact with perfume, chemicals, and cosmetics...

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Characteristics

Maintenance
Avoid contact with water, chemicals and cosmetics
Artist
Eugène Delacroix (1798-1863)
Material of the original work
Huile sur toile
Art movements
Romanticism, Orientalism
Reference
BW400616
EAN
3336729338795
Matière de l'article
Gold-plated brass, stone
Model dimensions
1.3cm
Packaging
Louvre Pouch 70x75mm
Conservation museum
Paris - Musée du Louvre

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The work and its artist

Eugène Delacroix (1798-1863)

A French painter born in Charenton-Saint-Maurice, he is considered to be the main representative of romanticism in 19th century French painting. With a solid reputation, he received major orders from the State for canvases and decorations for walls and ceilings of public monuments. In the following years, he produced works inspired by historical or literary anecdotes as well as contemporary events (Freedom Guiding the People) or a trip to the Maghreb (Women of Algiers in their apartments).