- 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
- 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.




