Chain and Buttons
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1811–1916
This piece of jewelry is a decorative assembly composed of a chain and buttons, originating from Hungary and dated between 1811 and 1916. The structure features three large circular, domed button-like ornaments connected by multi-strand chains. The arrangement forms a V-shaped or draped configuration, with two ornaments positioned at the upper terminals and one situated at the central lower junction.
The three round elements showcase intricate openwork scroll or filigree-style metal patterns enhanced with enamel. They are heavily embellished with light turquoise-colored beads or studs arranged across the swirling decorative motifs. Multiple parallel rows of metal link chains join the central element to each side ornament, with small turquoise-colored accents incorporated throughout the chain links. The piece is executed in metal and enamel. It has an average measurement of 45.1 cm (17 3/4 in.). No specific maker or inscriptions are documented in the museum record.
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
- Museum object number
- 1916.623
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.