Collection Highlights
Major Gen'l Z. Taylor Before Monterey
Date:
1848
Object Number:
PR.068.27
Medium:
Lithograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Thread winders
Object Number:
1977.33a-g
Date:
1820-1870
Medium:
Mother of pearl
Dimensions:
overall (largest): 1 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 1/8 in. ( 3.5 x 6.4 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Group of seven mother of pearl thread winders in various shapes and designs; two are rectangular and monogramed "JL", three are rounded and monogramed "RL", one is round and decorated with two birds at the center, one is fish shaped.
Credit Line:
Gift of Laura Dayton Denby
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
