Nepal 19th century, necklace and pendant representing Durga

Himalayan art, Nepal

Necklace with gilded copper alloy pendant plate depicting the goddess Durga holding Shiva's trident on one side. The other side depicts the god Ganesh in carved coral framed by stylised flowers in gilded metal set with coloured stones, coral and pearls.
The other parts of the necklace are adorned with carved coral cabochons and turquoise set in engraved silver medallions.
19th century