Collection Highlights
William Walton (1706-1768)
Date:
ca. 1750
Object Number:
1902.3
Medium:
Oil on canvas
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Hair comb: geometric shape
Object Number:
INV.11711
Date:
1890-1930
Medium:
Tortoise shell
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 7/8 x 2 1/4 x 1 1/8 in. ( 12.4 x 5.7 x 2.9 cm )
Description:
Two-pronged tortoise shell hair comb, the top curves around on itself and hangs over the prongs slightly, with a rectangular shape and horizontal bands in relief.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
