Aiguillette

Art Historical Context

Nestled in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume, *Aiguillette* is delicate early 19th-century Italian accessory crafted from silk and metal by an unknown artist. This braided cord, acquired through the Rogers Fund in 6, exemplifies the intricateishments popular in period fashion. Aiguillettes were often used on military uniforms, formal attire, or ceremonial garments, adding a touch of elegance and hierarchy through their looped and tasseled designs. In the context of early 19th-century Italyamid the Napoleonic era and shifting political landscapes—such pieces highlighted the era's opulen...