Roller shade holder

Object Number: 
INV.1250
Date: 
1825-1875
Medium: 
Wood, silk, metal
Dimensions: 
overall (rolled): 26 1/4 x 1 7/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 66.7 x 4.8 x 6.4 cm )
Marks: 
etched: center of brass inlay: "SC"
Description: 
Wooden roller shade with green moiré shade which winds up inside; the roller is primarily cylindrical with a slit across the bottom to release and roll the shade, and a flat back to fit against a wall, the front has wooden and brass inlay in a floral and scroll design with monogram "SC" at the center; floral brass fittings at both ends, one end has a crank handle to wind the shade; moiré fragment and fringe trim fragment, as well as metal rolling rod which has become detatched.
Credit Line: 
Gift of Mr. Jean C. Redd, 1959
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group