Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: Desolation
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1858.5
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Earrings (pair)
Object Number:
INV.12673.2ab
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Tortoise shell, metal
Dimensions:
overall (each): 5/8 x 7/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 1.6 x 2.2 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Pair of tortoise shell earrings with wire hook attached to carved bow, suspending hinged link chain with three carved tassels at the bottom.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. J. Harper (Constance Schermerhorn) Skillin, 1956
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
