Collection Highlights
Carolina Parakeet (Conuropsis carolinensis), Havell plate no. 26
Date:
c. 1825
Object Number:
1863.17.26
Medium:
Watercolor, graphite, pastel, gouache, and black ink with scraping and selective glazing on paper, laid on card
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Lace tie/sash
Object Number:
INV.11691
Date:
1825-1875
Medium:
Linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 30 7/8 in. ( 7 x 78.4 cm )
Description:
Handmade white silk lace sash with rounded ends and plain edges all around, the design on tulle ground is a row of medallions in the center which separates two rows of flowers.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
