Collection Highlights
Keg with stand from Erie Canal celebration
ca. 1825
X.48
Wood, metal, paint
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Candle snuffer
Object name
Candle snuffer
Date
1800-1840
Medium
Brass
Dimensions
Overall: 5 x 2 1/4 x 3/4 in. ( 12.7 x 5.7 x 1.9 cm )
Description
Brass snuffer with rectangular wick end box, and spring rivet.
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. James Canny
Object Number
1956.80b
Marks
stamped: on wingnut around rivet: "WRA Co/38 S & W"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
