Collection Highlights
Freedom to the Slaves
Date:
ca. 1865
Object Number:
PR.052.58
Medium:
Lithograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
High chest
Object Number:
1960.60
Date:
1700-1730
Medium:
Walnut, maple, pine, poplar
Dimensions:
Overall: 61 3/4 x 39 3/4 x 21 in. ( 156.8 x 101 x 53.3 cm )
Description:
Walnut-veneered William & Mary high chest; upper case with cyma-curve cornice molding, two drawers in line over three graduated drawers; lower case with center drawer flanked by square side drawers with arched skirt, six turned trumpet-shaped legs, flat scalloped stretchers on front and sides, straight stretcher on rear, and ball feet; brass quatrefoil mounts with teardrop pulls and escutcheons; upper case probably originally a chest of drawers, and entire piece has been heavily restored, with new legs, stretchers, top, and veneer.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Mrs. Waldron P. Belknap, Sr.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
