Collection Highlights
Slant-front desk
Date:
1777-1794
Object Number:
1947.461
Medium:
Mahogany
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Luce Center
Doll trunk
Object Number:
INV.8549
Date:
1860-1900
Medium:
Wood, metal, paper
Dimensions:
Overall: 10 x 14 x 8 3/4 in. ( 25.4 x 35.6 x 22.2 cm )
Description:
Rectangular dome-topped wooden doll trunk with gold-colored sheet metal covering; wooden and metal straps; handles at sides and lock at front. Interior lined with paper and fitted with compartmentalized lift-out tray; lithographed figural and floral images and border affixed to interior of top and tray.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
