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Collection Highlights

Armchair
1785-1789
1916.7
Mahogany; pine, poplar
Related Person: George Washington

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Doorknob

Doorknob
Object name 
Doorknob
Date 
1850-1890
Medium 
Earthenware, lead
Dimensions 
Overall: 1 3/4 x 2 3/8 in. ( 4.4 x 6 cm )
Description 
Molded solid whiteware rounded doorknob with mottled dark brown glaze (Rockingham); end has square-shaped hollow and is pierced at side with lead strip inside.
Object Number 
INV.12850
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.