Collection Highlights
Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
Date:
1865
Object Number:
1947.47
Medium:
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object Number:
1952.350
Date:
1875-1925
Medium:
Cherry, tourtoise shell, amber, brass, cork
Dimensions:
Overall: 35 x 4 3/4 x 7/8 in. ( 88.9 x 12.1 x 2.2 cm )
Description:
Cherry cane with removeable tortoise shell handle, hollow cherry shaft, and brass ferrule; two pieces of amber fit into the hollow handle.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this cane can be used as a cigar holder when the handle is removed.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Louis C. Wills
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
