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The tiny musical figures are strongly reminiscent of the bronze musical angels by Donatello that adorn the high altar of the church of Sant'Antonio in Padua. This ornament was probably attached to the end of a girdle or belt.
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Title: Ornament
Date: third quarter 15th century
Culture: Italian, possibly Padua
Medium: Silver gilt and leather
Dimensions: Overall: 5 7/8 × 3/4 × 3/8 in. (14.9 × 1.9 × 1 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Gift of Max and Georgina Falk, 1987
Object Number: 1987.436
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