Collection Highlights
Terms of Surrender
Date:
April 9, 1865
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Grant
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Guard
Object Number:
1942.89
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Mahogany
Dimensions:
Overall: 11 1/4 x 3 1/2 in. ( 28.6 x 8.9 cm )
Description:
Turned mahogany gavel designed to stand erect with bulbous base and handle with ovoid finial.
Gallery Label:
This gavel was used by the Honorable William Sulzer (1863-1941).
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. William Sulzer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
