Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Furnishings (hierarchy name)
5. furnishings (works)
6. [furnishings by form or function]
7. frames (protective furnishings)
8. [frames by design]

Anotations

Scope note:

Ornate frames, usually gilded, distinguished by curvilinear shapes resembling ears or earlobes; based on a style developed by silversmiths in the Netherlands ca. 1600; may include shapes of masks and marine life.