Pair of bracelets

Johann Conrad Geiss, c. 1815 - c. 1835

New refining methods made it possible to create an iron mixture that could be cast in intricate shapes. An example of this are the lacy links from which these armbands are assembled. This kind of jewellery was not reserved for special occasions, but was part of general fashion. An 1827 fashion magazine recommended combining ‘steel’ jewellery with white satin clothing.

  • Artwork typejewellery, bracelet
  • Object numberBK-1967-60
  • Dimensionslength 17 cm x width 6.3 cm
  • Physical characteristicsgezwart ijzer

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Pair of bracelets

  • Object type

  • Object number

    BK-1967-60

  • Description

    Een paar armbanden van 'Fer de Berlin'. Symmetrische dubbele schakels flankeren veerpalmetten met een staand middenstuk dat is belegd met een bloemrozet. Ajourwerk.

Creation

  • Creation

    maker: Johann Conrad Geiss, Berlin

  • Dating

    c. 1815 - c. 1835

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    gezwart ijzer

  • Dimensions

    length 17 cm x width 6.3 cm

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