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18th century · Straw, silk, and metal thread; metal spangles; silk lining · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

On the front, straw wefts are interwoven with colored silk threads, creating a floral pattern surrounding a cartouche showing a column in a landscape. Continuing on the back, the Latin motto reads: DIVES IN OMNES AUT ERIGI AUT DESTRURI ("Rich in all, either raised or pulled down").

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Straw, silk, and metal thread; metal spangles; silk lining

Culture

Italian or French

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1952