Collection Highlights
Armchair
Date:
1856-1857
Object Number:
1857.11
Medium:
Oak
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Luce Center
Powderhorn
Object Number:
1956.166
Date:
1850-1865
Medium:
Brass, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/4 x 3 1/4 x 1 1/8 in. ( 21 x 8.3 x 2.9 cm )
Description:
Brass and iron powder flask; pear-shaped with cylindrical mouthpiece at top of circular collar and hinged iron lever on side; floral design stamped on both sides.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Bayard Verplanck
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
