Shoe Buckle 1784 - 1785

"Shoe Buckle," created by Edward Fennel between 1784 and 1785, is a small, ornate silver buckle. The buckle features a rectangular frame with a decorative border of rounded, raised knobs. The buckle is a simple, yet elegant example of 18th-century craftsmanship and can be seen at The Art Institute of Chicago. The buckle is likely from a shoe, highlighting the fashion trends of the era.