Collection Highlights
Chaise (side chair)
Date:
1779
Object Number:
1817.13
Medium:
Beech, gilding; silk upholstery
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Patches
Object Number:
INV.7472hh-ii
Date:
1918-1940
Medium:
Wool, cotton
Dimensions:
largest: 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 6.7 x 6.7 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Circular olive felt patches; in center is gold thread vertical propeller, flanked by wing on both sides.
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of the U.S. Army Air Service, which was the precursor of the Air Force.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
