Chain and Buttons (part 1)
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1811–1916
This jewelry ornament consists of two circular ornamental button elements joined by multiple parallel lengths of linked chain. Originating in Hungary between 1811 and 1916, the piece is fashioned from metal and enamel, measuring an average of 45.1 cm (17 3/4 inches) in length.
Each rounded button element features an intricate, swirling rosette pattern with openwork or dark enamel detailing and is densely set with small, light turquoise-colored stones or cabochons. The central chains connect the two decorative ends with fine metal links, with each vertical row of links additionally accented down the length by tiny matching turquoise-blue settings.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Material
- metal and enamel
- Dimensions
- Average: 45.1 cm (17 3/4 in.)
Technical characteristics
- Culture recorded
- Hungary
Identification
- Source note
- Transcribed from the Cleveland Museum of Art collection record for this single object; how far it represents a wider collectible type has not been independently verified.
- Museum object name
- Chain and Buttons (part 1)
- Museum object number
- 1916.623.a
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.