Collection Highlights
Architect's Sign
Date:
ca. 1837
Object Number:
1953.197
Medium:
Wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cup plate
Object Number:
1938.37
Date:
1830-1845
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
overall: 1/2 x 3 7/16 in.
Description:
Colorless pressed lead glass cup plate; circular form with scalloped edge (every other scallop ornamented with arrow); rosette at center of well, with petals reaching out, with vine of acorns and leaves running along border; pattern of hanging ornaments along interior rim, with tassels and fruit-like shapes suspended from stippled cord; rope table ring (Lee-Rose 197-B).
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
