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Fob

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, vertical, ornate object with a T-shaped top. The T-shape has two spherical ends and is made of dark metal. A chain of linked oval shapes hangs down from the T-shape. The oval shapes have a filigree design. Three keys are attached to the T-shape on the right side. A small tag is attached to the bottom of the chain. The background is plain and light-colored. This is titled "Fob" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1840–50
Medium
metal, enamel
Culture
French
Dimensions
102 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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