Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1776.4
Medium:
Paper, broadside
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Glove stretcher with box
Object Number:
1953.142
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Ivory, wood, glass, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. ( 3.8 x 27.3 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Ivory gove stretcher formed with identical pieces of ivory joined together to form a Y-shape with hinge and spring at fork; glove stretcher inside leather-bound box with glass window in hinged cover; box opens and closes with a latch.
Gallery Label:
The accession sheet states that there is also a button hook in this box, but none is visible.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. George Hirschland
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
