The Cleveland Museum of Art

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Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)

Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)

c. 1400

Description

During the fourteenth century, brooches such as this group of five were ordinarily worn at the neck to clasp a lady's cloak or dress. They could also be sewn into a garment or hat as applied ornament.
  • James J. Rorimer, New York.
  • Year in Review - 1962. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (October 24-November 25, 1962).
  • {{cite web|title=Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)|url=false|author=|year=c. 1400|access-date=29 March 2024|publisher=Cleveland Museum of Art}}

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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1961.402