Collection Highlights
Slave shackles
Date:
ca. 1866
Object Number:
1921.20
Medium:
Steel
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Luce Center
Marble run game and marbles
Object Number:
INV.4538a-f
Date:
1825-1875
Medium:
Wood, earthenware, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 3/4 x 6 3/8 x 7 3/4 in. ( 17.1 x 16.2 x 19.7 cm )
Description:
Carved wooden game with spiral marble run in shape of king's head mounted on cone, leading to circular board with 45 numbered depressions and central depression with red painted design; board painted with blue, red, and yellow bands; marble run designed to swivel; 4 clay marbles.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
