Question

This brooch contains a portrait of a man with a suit coat and necktie, surrounded by a border of gold and blue enamel.

Brooch with Portrait Miniature of Henry Clay

American Artist

The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

Question
This brooch contains a miniature picture of American statesman Henry Clay. Likely owned by Clay or his ancestors, this brooch is valued for what reason?
(1 point)
Responses

scholastic value
scholastic value

provenance
provenance

cultural heritage
cultural heritage

market value

Answer 1

provenance

Because its likely ownership by Henry Clay or his ancestors gives the object historical ownership significance, increasing its value.