Burgundy Silk Watch Fob with Gold Tassels

Rococo · 1750s-1770s · French

An elaborate watch fob featuring a long burgundy silk ribbon or cord terminating in multiple decorative tassels. The construction shows fine silk threads worked with metallic gold accents, creating ornamental elements including what appears to be wrapped beads or knots along the length. The lower portion displays several tassels in coordinating colors - burgundy, green, and black - with metallic thread details. A black spherical element, likely a weight or decorative finial, anchors the bottom. The piece demonstrates the Rococo period's preference for ornate personal accessories that displayed wealth and craftsmanship through luxurious materials and intricate handwork.