About Jewellery & Adornment in Art
A jewel may establish status in a portrait, contribute a point of reflected light or become the subject of a design study. Its placement, scale and surrounding objects can be significant, while its historical use may differ from modern expectations.
Do not infer the exact material, value or meaning of a depicted ornament from colour alone. Follow documented source information, and explore portraits and decorative design together to see how adornment can function as both an object and an image.
