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Metropolitan Museum Of Art Analysis

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There are a plethora antique art that has emerged from the early Renaissance period in history. Paintings, sculptures and breathtaking architecture are just a few examples of the ingenious art pieces that were created during the baroque age. In addition to these pieces, perhaps the most ornate and delicate works of art born in the early 15th century were the jewels that was crafted. Rings, treasures and talismans are some of the most unforgettable relics created during this influential period.
The Metropolitan Museum of art on 5th Ave in New York, NY has devoted an entire collection to this period. Organized by C. Griffith Mann, this collection, Treasures and Talismans, located in the Cloisters, features the development and growth of the art of making ornate finger rings and intricate talismans from the medieval, baroque and ancient periods in history. The exhibition highlights the incredible art and culture that went into making these treasures; that represent much more than just simple finger rings or pretentious accessories. …show more content…

In a blurb from a NY Times article published online, it states, “The show features more than 60 rings made in Europe from late Ancient Roman times to the Renaissance, and it’s amplified by two dozen paintings and sculptural objects related to ring making and customs.” (NY Times Article) The Renaissance Gimmel Ring with Memento Mori created in 1631 is a prime example of one of the most interesting and enticing items in the entire collection. This Baroque piece is roughly 29.61mm in height, 23.7mm in diameter and 14.25 x 12.18mm bezel. It weighs 13.75 grams and is sized a US size 7.5. The ring is named “Gimmel Ring with Memento Mori” because the word “Gimmel” is derived from the Latin work “gemellus” meaning twin, which is appropriate for the double fasted circlet rings attached

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