Collection Highlights
Dish: footed compote with cover
Date:
1825-1845
Object Number:
1936.693ab
Medium:
Glass
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Luce Center
Powderhorn
Object Number:
1927.70
Date:
1840-1870
Medium:
Brass, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 3/4 x 2 x 7/8 in. ( 12.1 x 5.1 x 2.2 cm )
Description:
Brass and iron powder flask; pear-shaped with cylindrical mouthpiece at top of circular collar and hinged iron lever on side; stamped with shell design on both sides.
Credit Line:
Gift of Walter Lispenard Suydam
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
