Collection Highlights
Ma-Nuncue
Date:
After 1826
Object Number:
PR.221.58
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Buttons collection
Object Number:
INV.6748
Date:
1850-1950
Medium:
Plastic, celluloid, glass, possibly jet
Dimensions:
overall (as strung): 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 4 1/2 in. ( 3.2 x 3.2 x 11.4 cm )
Description:
Collection of 30 black buttons with metal shanks strung together, all made of various materials and in a variety of shapes and designs.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
