Collection Highlights
William Pitt, the Elder, First Earl of Chatham (1708-1778)
Date:
ca. 1770
Object Number:
1864.5
Medium:
Marble
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pincushion
Object Number:
Z.1494ab
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Wood, wool
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 5/8 x 7/8 in. ( 4.1 x 2.2 cm )
Description:
Wool felt pincushion set in a cylindrical wooden case with red and black stripes around it; it has a removable cover.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
