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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Chopper
Object Number:
1947.461j
Date:
1775-1795
Medium:
Metal, wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 x 5 1/8 x 1 3/8 in. ( 15.2 x 13 x 3.5 cm )
Description:
Chopper with semi-circular blade attached at center to turned wooden handle.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this chopper is part of a collection of tools belonging to miniaturist John Ramage.
Credit Line:
Gift of an Anonymous Donor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
