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Bell pull

Applied Arts
Inventory number
2024.10.3.8.AA.DC.C1870.FR
Author:
Maison Prevost (active in the late 19th century)
Description
Doorbell pull decorated with beaded embroidery featuring floral details, primarily leaves and flowers in black, gold, and white tones on a bright red background. It is framed with a black beads, and the ends are adorned with beaded tassels. The reverse is lined with silk fabric. 

This type of doorbell pull was used to summon domestic staff, activating a bell in another room.
Materials
Cotton cord
Glass beads
Cotton threads
Silk
Cotton fabric
Origin
circa 1870 France
Dimensions
Width : 1 cm
Length : 17 cm
Height : 146 cm
Related object
Belt
Related person
Maison Prevost (active in the late 19th century) (creator)