Collection Highlights
Indenture of Peter van Dyck and Cornelia, his Wife, Documenting the Administration of Margrieta van Varick's Estate
Date:
September 4, 1719
Object Number:
MSS.VanCortlandtPapers.vanDyck
Medium:
Pen and ink on paper, wax
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Salt
Object Number:
1953.617
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 7/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 3/4 in. ( 4.8 x 7.9 x 4.4 cm )
Description:
Blue pressed lead glass salt in the shape of a wheelbarrow; bowl for salt is ovoid, with scalloped rim and basket-weave exterior, resting on frame with single wheel.
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
