Collection Highlights
We mourn our country's loss
Date:
1865
Object Number:
PR.052.55
Medium:
Paper, linen backing
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Advertising paperweight
Object Number:
2010.26.26
Date:
1882-1900
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 4 1/8 x 2 1/8 in. (2.2 x 10.5 x 5.4 cm)
Description:
Rectangular glass advertising paperweight with image of desk. Text reads "Phoebus / Desks / have / anti friction/ and dust / proof drawers / John A. Phoebus, / 84 Nassau St. New York".
Credit Line:
Gift of Ivan C. & Marilynn Gelfman Karp
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
