Collection Highlights
Geometrical Lathe-work Proof
Date:
Object Number:
PR.221.63
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Purse
Object Number:
INV.8098a-c
Date:
1820-1850
Medium:
Cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 14 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 5/8 in. ( 37.8 x 7 x 1.6 cm )
Description:
Black cotton purse (miser's bag), straight edge at top with cotton tassels, round bottom with tassel, vertical slit opening in center, cinched with two rings covered in black cotton stitching; crochet and knit stitches.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
