Collection Highlights
Alexander Hamilton (1757-1804)
Date:
ca. 1793
Object Number:
1928.18
Medium:
White marble
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Lorgnette
Object Number:
Z.1708
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Gold, glass
Dimensions:
closed: 1/8 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. ( 0.3 x 6.4 x 3.8 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on handle: "14"
Description:
Gold folding lorgnette with pivot bridge; when pressed, release mechanism allows lorgnette to open, revealing two circular lenses connected by hinged bridge with scrolls at lenses; small handle with long gray cord attached.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
