Bracelet
Classification
jewelry
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Bequest of Emily H. Chauncey
Accession Number
1959-156-2-a,b
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This elegant bracelet, crafted by Italian artist Filippo Tignani in 1867, exemplifies the exquisite jewelry traditions of 19th-century Italy. Acquired through the generous bequest of Emily H Chauncey, it now graces the Smithsonian American Art Museum collection, bridging European artistry with American tastes. Though research into its precise medium and techniques is ongoing, the piece reflects a period when Italian jewelers were celebrated for their refined designs, often blending classical motifs with emerging industrial precision. In the mid-1800s, as Italy moved toward unification, luxury...