Collection Highlights
Get off the track! : a song for Emmancipation, sung by the Hutchinsons, respectfully dedicated to Nath.l P. Rogers, as a mark of esteem for his intrepidity in the cause of human rights
Date:
1844
Object Number:
LIB.M1622a.Hutchinson
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Whaling harpoon tip
Object Number:
1922.139
Date:
1830-1880
Medium:
Iron, jute
Dimensions:
Overall: 30 x 1 5/8 in. ( 76.2 x 4.1 cm )
Description:
Iron and jute harpoon tip; cylindrical rod with curverd, scythe-shaped point at tip, and rope tied around tapered, hollow base.
Credit Line:
Gift of Charles MacCauley
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
