Feline Belt Hook with Chain

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: bronze

DimensionsOverall (overall measurements;): 1 x 4.6 x 12 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum

Object number2007.005.014

DescriptionBronze belt hook in the shape of a feline with its head turned backwards and mouth open. Feline is crouching so that its hind quarters are raised. It has a long tail pointing downwards and joining the base of the belt hook (a branch that the feline is perched on). Two closed round hooks extend from the bottom, the right of which has 3 round chain links that are joined by two clasps. There is a design carved (shallowly) on feline, base, hooks, and clasps.

Status

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