Collection Highlights
Mrs. Charles Walsh (nee Blood) dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.3.35.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Buttons
Object Number:
1935.99ll-nn
Date:
1880-1898
Medium:
Tin
Dimensions:
largest: 1/2 x 7/8 in. ( 1.3 x 2.2 cm )
Marks:
stamped: back: "T W & W/PARIS"
Description:
Tin buttons; dome-shaped with castle in center; flanked by wreath and topped by crown.
Gallery Label:
These buttons were collected by the donor during her service as a nurse in the Spanish-American War. The buttons were worn on the uniforms of Spanish troops.
Credit Line:
Gift of Anna P. Osmers
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
