Collection Highlights
Common Sense
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.Y1776.Paine.com
Medium:
Pamphlet, paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Figural group
Object Number:
1945.391
Date:
ca. 1860-1900
Medium:
Porcelain
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/8 x 3 3/4 in. ( 20.6 x 9.5 cm )
Marks:
inscribed on base beneath figures: "Eva gaily laughing was / hanging a wreath of roses / round Tom's neck."
Description:
Seated porcelain black male figurine with book in hand holding white girl who stands on his knee; circular base with inscription.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Robert C .Taylor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
