Maker: Unknown (Possibly)
Ivory, carved in the shape of a spray of roses, other flowers and foliage; gilt-metal pin fastening across the back.
History note: Unknown before donor
Given by Miss A.L. Wyatt
Height: 6.7 cm
Width: 4.2 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1984-07-23) by Wyatt, Agnes L., Miss
19th Century, third quarter#
Circa
1850
CE
-
1875
CE
The high relief and creamy tone of the ivory of this brooch seem to indicate an English rather than a German origin. (See bibliography)
Pin composed of gilt-metal
carved Ivory
Accession number: M.67-1984
Primary reference Number: 119023
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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