Collection Highlights
Fragment of the equestrian statue of King George III (tail)
Date:
1770-1776
Object Number:
1878.6
Medium:
Lead
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Epaulets (pair)
Object Number:
1942.532ab
Date:
ca. 1859
Medium:
Metal, textile
Dimensions:
each: 4 x 8 x 6 in. ( 10.2 x 20.3 x 15.2 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on fasteners: "LEFT" and "RIGHT"
in relief: on eagle's shield: "A"
embroidered: on circular patch: "10"
Description:
Pair of first lieutenant's epaulets; rigid, gold lace-covered strap with one silver embroidered bar, and a gilded metal button embossed with a shield-breasted eagle, the shield bearing the initial "A"; circular patch with "10" embroidered in black on light blue wool ground inside gilded brass crescent; two layers of gold bullion fringe measuring approximately 2 3/4 inches in length and 1/8 inch in diameter; padded red velvet lining and brass channel fastener with spring mounted hook.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, these epaulets belonged to the donor's father, Major Thomas D. Mosscrop, who wore them as a lieutenant.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. W. A. Mosscrop
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
