Collection Highlights

Bird's Nest and Dog Roses

Date:

1867

Object Number:

1947.519

Medium:

Watercolor, gouache, graphite, and selective glazing with scratching out on paper

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Object name

Butter mold

Date

ca. 1825-1875

Medium

Wood

Dimensions

Overall: 2 x 5 1/4 in. ( 5.1 x 13.3 cm )

Description

Treenware butter mold with loop handle and circular base carved with a stylized flower inside a six-pointed star.

Object Number

INV.1021

Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.