Collection Highlights
Badge of the Society of the Cincinnati
Date:
ca. 1802
Object Number:
1972.12ab
Medium:
Silk, gold, enamel
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Lorgnette
Object Number:
1956.175.13b[dup]
Date:
1900-1950
Medium:
Tortoise shell, metal chain, rhinestone
Dimensions:
Overall (open): 11 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 3/8 in. (28.3 x 12.1 x 1 cm)
Part (chain): 32 in. (81.3 cm)
Description:
Tortoise shell lorgnette with shaped handle into which spectacles fold with a carved scroll and flower design at the base of the handle; spectacles have oval lenses and an hourglass shaped bridge; loop at end of handle attaches to a metal chain studded with white rhinestones.
Gallery Label:
This lorgnette belonged to Ruth Draper. It was used in "Opening the Bazaar."
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. E. C. Carter
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
