Created by
Schiaparelli, Elsa, Italian, 1890 - 1973
Worn by
DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
Date
early 1950s
Medium
metal
Dimensions
H x W x D (each): 2 3/8 × 1 × 13/16 in. (6 × 2.5 × 2 cm)
Description
Gold colored clip-on earrings worn by Ophelia DeVore. The body of the earrings is form from gold metal intertwined to resemble a closed wreath. A thick cluster of thin chains hangs from the bottom of each earring. A metal clip is attached at the back body of each earring. Engraved on the clip is the text "Schiaparelli".
Place used
New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
ear clips
Topic
Beauty culture
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ophelia DeVore
Object number
2011.25.1.4ab
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a6da8b9c-66ef-4dcf-900b-5b467de83a1f

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