The Cleveland Museum of Art
Collection Online as of December 22, 2025
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
c. 1400
Diameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)
Gift of James J. Rorimer 1961.403
Location: 109 Gothic Painting and Sculpture
Description
During the 1300s, brooches like this 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 an ornament.- James J. Rorimer, New York.
- Year in Review - 1962. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (October 24-November 25, 1962).
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Source URL:
https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1961.403