Collection Highlights
Matthew Perry
Date:
ca. 1855
Object Number:
PR.012.2.787
Medium:
Daguerreotype
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Lamp Globe
Object Number:
1942.244b
Date:
1902-1920
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. ( 9.5 x 3.8 cm )
Description:
Amber blown glass chimney with slight iridescent finish; flared lip at top, ovoid paneled body with tapering neck; straight cylindrical neck at base. Fits on kerosene lamp burner unit.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. John V. Irwin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
