Decorative arts — C. 1740-1770
Chatelaine
This chatelaine is composed of a decorative clasp, from which are suspended a chain of three decorative plaques with hooks attached; and two small flasks for holding perfume or thimbles. Chatelaines were usually worn by women, and were used to carry small personal items, such as watches and scissors. This example is decorated in the rococo style, with openwork scrolls and flowers.
- Category:
- Decorative arts
- Object ID:
- 62.121/99
- Object name:
- chatelaine
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- c. 1740-1770
- Material:
- metal (unidentified)
- Measurements/duration:
- L 141 mm
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- On display:
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Credit:
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- Copyright holder:
- digital image © London Museum
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