Dog Collar Necklace
Datec. 1905
Attributed to
Hans Ofner
(Austrian architect and designer, 1880–1939)
MediumSilver, set with lapis lazuli and gold
Dimensions1 1/2 × 13 5/8 × 1/4 in. (3.8 × 34.6 × 0.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. H. W. Janson, 1976
Object number1976-39
On View
Not on viewClassificationsDECORATIVE ARTS
Label TextThis "dog-collar" necklace is an early example of Viennese art nouveau. The form was in vogue from 1885-1905. A design like this would soon be created by machine, but such pieces were carefully hand-crafted at this time.
