Collection Highlights
Balustrade from Federal Hall, New York
1788-1789
1884.3
Painted wrought iron
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Baby rattle
Object name
Baby rattle
Date
1850-1900
Medium
Metal, ivory
Dimensions
Overall: 6 3/8 x 3 1/4 x 1/2 in. ( 16.2 x 8.3 x 1.3 cm )
Description
Baby rattle with ivory handle with whistle at end; stamped metal center in the form of two storks; four circular "bells" (one missing) with beads inside dangle from storks; loop at top.
Object Number
INV.10053
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
