Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1820-1823
Object Number:
PR.221.44
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object Number:
2010.24.115
Date:
2004
Medium:
Painted wood, copper
Dimensions:
Overall: 35 3/4 x 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (90.8 x 5.7 x 6.4 cm)
Description:
Statue of Liberty.
Gallery Label:
The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France located in New York Harbor, is one of the most striking symbols of New York City. Baltimore carver Pat Harris was asked to design a cane which displayed the iconic figure of the Statue for the Grumet cane collection. The cane head and shaft reflected the greenish patina of the Statue.
Credit Line:
Gift of Lou and Barbara Grumet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
