Collection Highlights
New York City Hall, front elevation
Date:
1802
Object Number:
PR.040.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object Number:
1954.194b
Date:
1860-1918
Medium:
Mahogany, silver, brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 36 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 1 in. ( 92.1 x 11.4 x 2.5 cm )
Marks:
engraving: on handle: "G. B."
stamped: on handle: "E. M" and "f" and leopard's head in reserve
Description:
Wood cane with tapering shaft, L-shaped silver handle, and brass ferrule.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, the engraved initials on handle stand for Gerard Beekman (1842-1918).
Credit Line:
Permanent Loan from the Beekman Family Association
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
