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The Course of Empire: Destruction
1836
1858.4
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Luce Center
Cigarette silk
Title
Cigarette silk
Date
1890-1920
Medium
Cloth
Dimensions
4 x 2 5/8 in.
Description
A small natural beige silk cloth printed with the flag of Holland and a staff of musical notes above the lyrics of the national anthem with some tulips. Printed "Nebo Cigarettes" at the bottom edge. One of a series of world flags and anthems. Given as collectible premiums by cigarette manufacturers.
Credit Line
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Object Number
2002.1.2687
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
