A superb Fatimid Double Horse Head Gold Pendant, ca. 11th - 13th century CE Medium - Clay and a round carnelian inlay

and a round carnelian inlay in the center of the forehead

with carefully articulated features and an unusually well-preserved glaze

it was even believed to sleep with its eyes open

the Corcoran museum trustees and the American University Museum directors agree that the deaccession and sale of these antiquities will keep Senator Clark’s generous legacy alive

It is strung on a modern 18K yellow gold chain that is adjustable up to 18 inches

A superb Fatimid Double Horse Head Gold Pendant, ca. 11th - 13th century CE Medium - Clay and a round carnelian inlayThis beautifully designed pendant of high karat gold, features a gracefully curved body decorated with granulated circles and terminating in two finely modeled horse heads. Each head features a finely modeled open mouth, ears inlaid with carnelian, and a round carnelian inlay in the center of the forehead. Suspended from the body are three dangling elements comprising a carnelian bead sitting above a round gold terminal that creates a fabulous sense