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Study for "Carmen Jones"
1944
2001.104
Watercolor and graphite on paper
Artist/Maker: Jon Corbino

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Buttons (10)

Buttons (10)
Object name 
Buttons (10)
Date 
1800-1815
Medium 
Silver
Dimensions 
each overall: 3/8 x 1 1/8 in. ( 1 x 2.9 cm )
Description 
Ten circular silver buttons engraved with floral and geometric designs; cast circular loop applied to the underside; maker's marks stamped on the underside.
Credit Line 
Gift of Wilmot T. Cox
Object Number 
1942.395a-j
Marks 
stamped: on the underside of each: "DH" in an oval and unidentified crown and [?] pseudohallmark
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.