Collection Highlights
Seated Man Writing, from the Economical School Series
Date:
c. 1810-14
Object Number:
1953.274f
Medium:
Black chalk, charcoal, and gray wash on light blue paper
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Whistle
Object Number:
INV.8133
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wood, metal, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 4 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. ( 10.2 x 12.1 x 3.8 cm )
Description:
Whistle in the form of a bird with body made of painted sheet metal and wire legs attached to a circular wooden base painted black; mouthpiece is made of wood, painted black, and attached to tip of the tail; sound produced is a "toot."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
