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1954-611, Brooch
Brooch
1954-611, Brooch

Brooch

DateMid 18th c.
OriginEngland
Mediumgilded copper alloy (analysis), pearls, garnets (analysis)
DimensionsH: 2 7/16"; W: 1 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1954-611
DescriptionBrooch: in form of openwork floral spray of pinchbeck, the leaves set with garnets, the flowers with half-pearls; 3 pendent teardrops of garnet and loops for 2 others now missing.
Label TextEighteenth century brooches were large, asymmetrical pieces in designs of feather, leaves, cornucopias, and floral bouquets. Many had additional hanging drops of precious stones.
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