Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: The Consummation of Empire
Date:
1835-1836
Object Number:
1858.3
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
SUPPORT THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Help us present groundbreaking exhibitions and develop educational programs about our nation's history for more than 200,000 schoolchildren annually.
Museum Collections
Luce Center
Memorial flower arrangement
Object Number:
INV.759
Date:
1878-1885
Medium:
Wood, glass, velvet, gilding, dried flowers and leaves
Dimensions:
Overall: 14 3/8 x 12 3/8 x 3 1/4 in. ( 36.5 x 31.4 x 8.3 cm )
Marks:
written: in black ink on paper card: "In memory of Mrs. E. R. Livingstone/deceased May 5th 1878/in the 51st year of her age/E. A. K."
Description:
Oval wood raised frame with glass top displaying bouquet of dried flowers including roses, bluebells, and leaves; placed on a velvet ground with gilded, oval border; paper card with black border and cross at top included.
Gallery Label:
This wreath is a memorial to Mrs. E. R. Livingstone, who died on May 5th, 1878 at the age of 51.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
