Museum Collections
Luce Center
Brooch
Object Number:
Z.2300.10
Date:
1820-1840
Medium:
Gold, shell
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 in. ( 6.4 x 3.2 cm )
Description:
Brooch of 3 shell cameos carved with putti; set in gold decorated with cannetille filigree; gold pin attachment.
Gallery Label:
This object probably was worn by Adelaide L. Livingston (1852-1909), ancestor of the donor.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Goodhue Livingston, Sr. 1951
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.





