Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1776.4
Medium:
Paper, broadside
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Philip W. Engs (1790-1875)
Object Number:
1903.1
Date:
ca. 1815-1820
Medium:
Oil on wood panel
Dimensions:
Overall: 27 3/4 x 22 1/4 in. ( 70.5 x 56.5 cm )
Gallery Label:
Engs was a merchant and an assistant alderman in New York. He was also assistant engineer of the New York Volunteer Fire Department and president of the Exempt Fireman's Association. His portrait was a gift to the Society from his grandson.
Credit Line:
Gift of Henry A. Bostwick
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
