Collection Highlights
Fuller (Flat Iron) Building, New York
Date:
1903
Object Number:
PR.020.61.1
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Needle case
Object Number:
INV.9771ab
Date:
1850-1875
Medium:
Wood, paint, horn, abalone, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/8 x 3/4 in. ( 13 x 1.9 cm )
Description:
Two part cylindrical needle case made of painted wood in a thick lacquer like faux tortoiseshell finish. The case is decorated with inlaid metal and abalone (mother of pear) in floral and banded cloisonné like designs. The top slides over a horn collar inserted into the wooden base to close. Where the two parts meet each is banded with brass.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
