Collection Highlights
Invitation to Erie Canal Celebration
Date:
1825
Object Number:
PR.221.12
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Fan
Object Number:
1978.41L
Date:
1870-1900
Medium:
Ivory, silk, lace, metal, mother of pearl
Dimensions:
closed: 11 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 1 in. ( 28.6 x 3.8 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Fan with ivory guards and sticks, black lace leaf with sheer white silk(?) backing, and metal handle and rivet with mother of pearl buttons.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. F. Leighton Meserve
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
