Collection Highlights
The Indian: The Dying Chief Contemplating the Progress of Civilization
1856
1875.4
White marble and wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Bracelet
Object name
Bracelet
Date
1846
Medium
Hair, gold, glass
Dimensions
Overall: 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 1 in. ( 0.6 x 18.1 x 2.5 cm )
Description
Knotted hairwork bracelet with gold clasp fastener with oculus at the center and fittings for safety chain (missing); a row of spiral design runs the center of the bracelet, flanked by rows of herringbone design; the clasp and fittings are engraved with acanthus leaves, inscription on reverse.
Credit Line
Gift of Helen M. Turner, 1918
Object Number
INV.12509d
Marks
engraved: reverse of clasp: "E.N.T. / 1846."
Gallery Label
According to a note found with this bracelet, it belonged to Emily N. Turner, sister of Sophie A. Turner of Brooklyn, New York. Sophie was sister in law to John Pintard's granddaughter.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
