Collection Highlights
Ma-Nuncue
Date:
After 1826
Object Number:
PR.221.58
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Daguerreotype cases (5)
Object Number:
INV.385a-e
Date:
1840-1860
Medium:
Wood, textile, glass, paper, gilding
Dimensions:
each: 3 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 5/8 in. ( 9.2 x 7.9 x 1.6 cm )
Description:
Five daguerreotype cases made of wood covered in dark brown textile; with embossed designs on front and back, and interior lined with velvet and/or paper; two with glass inside; one with gilding.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
