Collection Highlights
Napoleon's Authorization for the Sale of the Louisiana Territory
Date:
April 24, 1803
Object Number:
MSS.Y1803
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Marble: "w/ incrusted squirrel"
Object Number:
INV.8078
Date:
1850-1920
Medium:
Glass, plaster
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 5/8 in. ( 4.1 cm )
Description:
Transparent glass sulphide marble with inserted figure of squirrel eating nut.
Gallery Label:
According to a note found with the object, this marble formerly belonged to William B. Moore of Victor, NY, father-in-law of the donor, Mrs. Volney Moore. "Gift of Mrs. Volney Moore/Apr. 6, 1954" is written on the accompanying envelope.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Volney Moore
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
