Collection Highlights
Seated Man Writing, from the Economical School Series
Date:
c. 1810-14
Object Number:
1953.274f
Medium:
Black chalk, charcoal, and gray wash on light blue paper
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Museum Collections
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Chevrons
Object Number:
INV.2281ef
Date:
1935-1945
Medium:
Wool, cotton
Dimensions:
largest: 3 1/2 x 5 x 1/8 in. ( 8.9 x 12.7 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Olive felt chevrons with brown/white cotton stripes sewn to front.
Gallery Label:
These chevrons were sewn to the sleeves of a uniform jacket that was worn by a Canadian private first class, probably during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Herman Schireinert
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
