Collection Highlights
The Dead at Gettysburg
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.164.4.38.GettysburgDead
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Match holder: shape of a motor car
Object Number:
1953.685
Date:
1900-1915
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 4 7/8 x 2 5/8 in. ( 7 x 12.4 x 6.7 cm )
Description:
Blue pressed lead glass match holder in the form of an open-topped motor car; trim around lower portion is a fine grid, possibly for use as a striking pad.
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
