Woman's Hairclip
Original OwnerOriginally owned by a member of the
Lewis Fox family
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1910-1915
MediumTortoise shell
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 1 7/8 x 4 7/8 x 1 1/2in. (4.8 x 12.4 x 3.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman and Mrs. Bernard Schiro
Object number1980.87.10
DescriptionWoman's hairclip, or barrette, of carved tortoise shell, formed in a curved crescent shape. The design is of pierced filigrees. A hinged pin of tortoise shell is also curved, and hooks on the opposite side.
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