DepartmentTextiles-Europe

Chatelaine

NameChatelaine; tool chain

Maker S. Mordane and Co.

Date1889

Place madeEngland, Europe

(not assigned)United Kingdom, Northwestern Europe, Europe

MediumSilver, ivory

DimensionsOverall: 18 in. (45.72 cm)

Credit LineGift of the Heard Foundation

Object numberA.1951.2.23 A-C

DescriptionA chatelaine was a decorative clasp or hook worn at the waist, from which various useful items were suspended by chains — such as keys, scissors, thimbles, watches, or small tools.

5 implements on a chain--scissors in case, tape measure, scent bottle, pad of ivory disks with silver covres, pencil holder, heavily embellished. Reverse is engraved "Maie Bartlett 1889". Stamped S. Mordane + Co., O&S, SB+E, and E.