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Fob

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, narrow, tan fabric strap with dark brown edges. Strap is hanging vertically, secured at top with gold fastener and thin white string. Strap is wrapped with dark brown cord below center, from which three tassels and two decorative oval shapes made of same fabric hang. A small, ornate, dark-colored metal vase-shaped piece hangs from bottom center. Background is off-white. Title: Fob. Artist: Unspecified.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
silk, metal
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
254 × 625 px
Museum record:
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