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Fob

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with woven strap, octagonal medallion with profile portrait, and tassel. Strap is dark-colored with woven pattern of small circles. Medallion features profile portrait of man with short hair. Tassel has multiple strands of frayed fabric. Object hangs from loop at top. Portrait on medallion is King George V. Object titled "Fob" by artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
linen, metal
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
169 × 625 px
Museum record:
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