Anklet
Unknown Artist
19th century
Medium
Silver or iron electroplated
Dimensions
H. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm) W. 5 7/16 in. (13.8 cm) D. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) Wt. 5.7 oz. (161.6 g)
Classification
Jewelry
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Accession Number
91.1.1121
Art Historical Context
This elegant 19th-century ank, hailing from the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the intricate metalwork traditions of the Islamic world.ed through electroplating—a innovative 19th-century technique deposits a thin layer of silver (or possibly iron) onto a base—this piece measures just 1⅜ inches high, 5⅜ inches wide, and weighs a substantial 5.7 ounces, suggesting a sturdy design suited for wear around the ankle. Its modest dimensions belie its cultural weight, as anklets were cherished adornments in many Islamic societies, often worn by women to accentuate movement an...