Locket
ca. 1880 (made)
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The cupids painted here are an expressive symbol of love although there were many other symbols in the 19th century such as flowers, hands, anchors, knots, musical instruments and nesting birds.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Gold with enamelled plaques and pearls |
Brief description | Gold locket set with enamelled plaques and pearls, Western Europe, about 1880 |
Physical description | Gold locket set with enamelled plaques and pearls. |
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Credit line | Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh FSA |
Summary | The cupids painted here are an expressive symbol of love although there were many other symbols in the 19th century such as flowers, hands, anchors, knots, musical instruments and nesting birds. |
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Accession number | M.173-1951 |
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Record created | January 19, 2006 |
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