Collection Highlights
Life studies of the Great Army
Date:
1876
Object Number:
PR.002.Album383
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Trumpet/Bugle
Object Number:
INV.208
Date:
1830-1880
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 16 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. ( 42.5 x 19 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on side: PRIZE TO JL. MOTT GUARD / WON BY / JOHN ROBERTSON / PRESENTED BY E. J. GAYNOR"
Description:
Pewter(?) presentation trumpet with engraved floral decoration on all sections except mouthpiece; domed bell with shaped edge with molded flowers and scrolls; eagle head tassel mounts; inscription in oval cartouche on one side.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
