White Pearl and Brass Bead Necklace

A White pearl necklace alternating with plain and striated Brass beads.

The lady in this portrait, traditionally identified as Alexandra Evichovna Demidov, as Cleopatra, so beautifully painted by Pompeo Batoni (1708-1787) is wearing a gold and pearl chain that holds her cape in place.

I couldn’t resist using this lovely piece of art as the inspiration for an equally elegant necklace, turning everyday wear into a statement piece

📷 Christie’s