Collection Highlights
I Knew Him Horatio
Date:
1864
Object Number:
PR.010.1864.Horatio
Medium:
Lithograph
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Luce Center
Oil lamp
Object Number:
1947.444
Date:
1840-1860
Medium:
Pewter, wood, mahogany, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 10 1/2 x 6 1/4 in. ( 26.7 x 15.9 cm )
Description:
Britannia metal whale oil lamp with cylindrical fuel reservoir, baluster stem and molded mahogany base.
Gallery Label:
The wooden base was added at a later date.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. John V. Irwin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
