Collection Highlights
Wig curler
1760-1775
INV.5924.77
Clay
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Door plate
Object name
Door plate
Date
1860-1900
Medium
Silver
Dimensions
Overall: 3 3/8 x 6 7/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 8.6 x 17.5 x 6.4 cm )
Description
Ovoid with bolt on back; inscribed front in bold letters and script.
Credit Line
Bequest of Major Nathan S. Jarvis, Jr.
Object Number
1933.158
Marks
engraved: on front: "DR. JARVIS,/U.S.A"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
