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Parasol (Handle)
Anton Wildhack, J.C. Vickery
1890-1910
Description
A rock crystal parasol handle with gold and enamel mounts, packed with a set of gold gilt parasol tips (2013.0048.012 C-J) in a leather and velvet case (2013.0048.012 A). A rock crystal orb, incised with flowers and set with turquoise cabochons, sits on top of an enamelled collar on a smooth wooden shaft.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator/Artist/Maker
Anton Wildhack (Artist)
Place of Origin
London; London; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Rock crystal
- Gold
- Enamel
- Wood
- Turquoise
Museum Object Number
2013.0048.012 B
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Sandy Lerner
Share Object
Complete Details
Object Number
2013.0048.012 B
Object Name
Parasol (Handle)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator (Role)
Anton Wildhack (Artist); J.C. Vickery (Manufacturer)
Place of Origin
London; London; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1890-1910
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Handle base
Inscription: "11 (or H) 7523"
Mark/Signature: No
Materials
- Rock crystal
- Gold
- Enamel
- Wood
- Turquoise
Dimensions (inches)
2 (W) x 12.4 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
5 (W) x 31.5 (L)
Measurement Notes
Width is the width of the rock crystal orb measured while resting in the case---the actual diameter was not measured because of the fragile nature of the object.