Chastity Plaque for a Young Woman, anonymous, c. 1300 - c. 1500

Chastity Plaque for a Young Woman, anonymous, c. 1300 - c. 1500

gold, w 10cm × h 8cm × d 1cm × w 8.30gr More details

Depicted on this lightweight repoussé plaque (hammered from the back) is a young woman, her arms modestly crossed at her chest. The swirling forms around her suggest clouds, rocks, water, or foliage. The function of this plaque was undoubtedly decorative and symbolic. It was probably worn by a young girl over a skirt or a sarong at events related to puberty, engagement, or marriage.

On display in Asian pavilion, room 2

Color code: #1C1509 Color code: #CEC294 Color code: #AB9A62 Color code: #524324 Color code: #796F58 Color code: #F7EFCA
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