Collection Highlights
The Personal Memoirs of U.S. Grant
Date:
1885-1886
Object Number:
LIB.XL.CT.G763.A3
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Sphere (witch ball)
Object Number:
1934.29
Date:
1830-1880
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 in. ( 15.2 cm )
Description:
Red blown glass sphere (or witch ball) blown in a ribbed dip mold and twisted with a pontil mark at one end.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, this is a witch ball. With metal stand that is not original.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Irving McKesson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
