Hairpins
19th century (made)
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Pair of hairpins, gold filigree, each set with a large cabochon amethystine quartz, each represents a spider with long antennae formed by spiral wire supporting a pearl. Stones have detached from setting.
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Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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Brief description | Pair of hairpins, gold filigree with pink stone, China |
Physical description | Pair of hairpins, gold filigree, each set with a large cabochon amethystine quartz, each represents a spider with long antennae formed by spiral wire supporting a pearl. Stones have detached from setting. |
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Credit line | Purchased with Art Fund support, the Vallentin Bequest, Sir Percival David and the Universities China Committee |
Object history | George Eumorfopoulos collection |
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Accession number | M.42-1935 |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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