Matchbox
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1875
Medium:
Tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 x 4 1/2 x 2 in. ( 7.6 x 11.4 x 5.1 cm )
Description:
Hinged lid matchbox, painted green with molded backplate with three round holes; image of standing lion decoupaged on top of lid; front side stenciled "MATCHES."
Object Number:
INV.725
Marks:
molded: on backplate in relief: "PATENTED JULY 16 78"
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1875
eMuseum Object ID:
11067
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Miniature chamberstick
Classification:
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 2 1/4 in. ( 4.8 x 7 x 5.7 cm )
Description:
Cast brass chamberstick with lacquered circular base and molded handled in the shape of a moth.
Credit Line:
Gift of Walter S. Poor
Object Number:
1944.358
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
11064
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Fireback
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1566
Medium:
Iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 39 x 31 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. ( 99.1 x 80 x 8.9 cm )
Description:
Arch-shaped cast iron fireback mounted on wooden base and backboard; four low-relief panels with figures; top two panels have nude female figures, one with scale and one with falcon and dogs; one bottom panel broken off and missing, other has clothed female figure with dog killing another dog at her feet; inscribed banners around figures.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1203
Marks:
in relief: "1566"
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1566
eMuseum Object ID:
9898
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Door plate
Classification:
Date:
1850-1890
Medium:
Brass, wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 10 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. ( 10.2 x 26 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Rectangular brass plaque with two screws on back.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Albert Ashton
Object Number:
1955.95b
Marks:
engraved: in large print: "J. RUTHVEN/IVORY TURNER"
Gallery Label:
According to the donor, this law firm was located at 92 Fulton Street.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1890
eMuseum Object ID:
9680
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Door plate
Classification:
Medium:
Brass, silver plate
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/2 x 7 1/4 in. ( 6.4 x 18.4 cm )
with bolt: 2 1/4 in. ( 5.7 cm )
Description:
Oblong plaque with irregular scalloped edges and bolt on back.
Object Number:
INV.802
Marks:
engraved: in block letters: "S. J. TILDEN"
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
9679
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Door plate
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1840
Medium:
Metal, silver plate
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/2 x 9 x 3 in. ( 8.9 x 22.9 x 7.6 cm )
Description:
Curved silver plated door plate with name stamped across front, two metal prongs.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Louise Houseman
Object Number:
1960.46
Marks:
stamped: " VAN VOLKENBURGH"
Gallery Label:
This door plate is from the house of Sylvester Van Volkenburgh on Jones Street, New York.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1840
eMuseum Object ID:
9678
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Door plate
Classification:
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 3 in. ( 7 x 16.5 x 7.6 cm )
Description:
Rectangular brass plate inverted molding, bolt and two pins on back.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. S.L. Holbrook
Object Number:
1951.433
Marks:
engraved: on obverse: "H.J. RAYMOND"
molded: on reverse: "VI_____"
Gallery Label:
This name plate belonged to the editor of the New York Times who lived at 12 West 9th Street, New York City.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
0
eMuseum Object ID:
9677
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Griddle
Classification:
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/4 x 15 1/4 x 10 3/4 in. ( 5.7 x 38.7 x 27.3 cm )
Description:
Cast iron griddle with three feet; six circular depressions in blossom arrangement and handle with loop at terminus.
Object Number:
INV.2469
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
9044
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Candlestick
Classification:
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 7/8 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. ( 22.5 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm )
Description:
Brass push up candlestick with square molded base, baluster turned shaft and socket with rim bobeche.
Credit Line:
Gift of Caroline Phelps Stokes
Object Number:
1896.34
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
8562
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Candle snuffer
Classification:
Date:
1800-1830
Medium:
Iron, copper
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 3/8 x 2 1/4 x 1 in. ( 16.2 x 5.7 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Iron snuffer with broad blade, raised finger holes, and copper rivet.
Credit Line:
Gift of Samuel V. Hoffman
Object Number:
1920.57
Marks:
stamped: by rivet: "M. Boker" [?]
Provenance:
The George W. Nash Collection of Ulster County, New York Household Artifacts
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1830
eMuseum Object ID:
8491
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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