Button (1 of 5)
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1811–1916
This object is an ornate circular button produced in Hungary between 1811 and 1916. It features an intricate, swirling three-dimensional form crafted from metal and enamel.
The surface of the button is embellished with raised settings holding small, turquoise-colored stones or cabochons arranged along spiraling bands. These curvilinear metal segments are further adorned with dark enamel detailing and delicate patterned outlines radiating outwards from the center. The piece measures 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.) in diameter. It is classified under decorative art and jewelry, and no specific maker or inscriptions are documented in the museum's 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
- Diameter: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 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
- Button (1 of 5)
- Museum object number
- 1916.628.1
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.