Collar

Art Historical Context

This exquisite 19th-century Spanish collar, acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art through a 1909 purchase by subscription, offers a glimpse into the refined world of Iberian fashion. Housed in the Costume Institute, it exemplifies the intricate accessories that adorned both everyday and ceremonial attire during a transformative era in Spain, marked by political upheaval and cultural revival. Though the artist remains unknown, the collar's presence in the collection highlights the artistry of anonymous Spanish craftsmen, whose work often blended European influences with regional tradition...