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Carolina Parakeet (Conuropsis carolinensis), Study for Havell pl. no. 26
c. 1825
1863.17.26
Watercolor, graphite, pastel, gouache, and black ink with scraping and selective glazing on paper, laid on card
Artist/Maker: John James Audubon

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Button

Button
Object name 
Button
Date 
1941
Related People 
Artist/Maker: Reed & Co.
Medium 
Metal
Dimensions 
Overall: 1 1/2 in. ( 3.8 cm )
Description 
Circular metal pin-back button "JANE ADDAMS/SENIOR/JAN.'41"; green and gold.
Object Number 
INV.2342
Gallery Label 
This button was worn by a senior at Jane Addams Junior High School in 1941.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.