Collection Highlights
Keg with stand from Erie Canal celebration
ca. 1825
X.48
Wood, metal, paint
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Miniature chamberstick
Object name
Miniature chamberstick
Date
1850-1900
Medium
Brass
Dimensions
Overall: 1 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 2 1/4 in. ( 4.8 x 7 x 5.7 cm )
Description
Cast brass chamberstick with lacquered circular base and molded handled in the shape of a moth.
Credit Line
Gift of Walter S. Poor
Object Number
1944.358
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
