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Locket with miniature portrait of Robert Davis

about 1800
Object Place: United States

Medium/Technique Gold, glass, hair
Dimensions Overall: 7.3cm (2 7/8in.)
Credit Line Gift of Henry G. Payson
Accession Number51.445
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Americas
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment

DescriptionLocket with portrait of Robert Davis in profile; face painted, hairwork, coat and stock in cloth, on velvet. Back has hair in wide woven bands; edge and hanging device of gold.
ProvenanceCollection of Henry G. Payson by 1951; to MFA March 8, 1951, gift.