Collection Highlights
Snake jug
Date:
1871
Object Number:
1906.6ab
Medium:
Stoneware
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Bracelet
Object Number:
Z.1687
Date:
1830-1860
Medium:
Gold, glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/4 x 2 5/8 x 1/2 in. ( 8.3 x 6.7 x 1.3 cm )
Description:
Gold bracelet with locket at the center, clasp fastener and safety chain; the locket cover, base and fittings are chased with floral and scroll design, inside is a daguerreotype beneath glass; the band is hinged and chased with fleur de lis.
Gallery Label:
The daguerreotype in the locket of this bracelet portrays Michael Murray Van Beuren (1800-1878), of New York City.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Richard H. Reeve, 1960
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
