Aker or tassel; belonging to fifteen tiers or tassel; including three pairs sewn or knotted to cords with round flat binding. The tassels are of different sizes and made of linen thread that is tied into numerous strands of knots and reinforced with a starch paste. The brushes are composed of several layers of 'bundles' with strands of buttons; anonymous; 1625 - 1700; linen (material); h 3.8 cm x h 1.6 cm