Collection Highlights
The Indian: The Dying Chief Contemplating the Progress of Civilization
1856
1875.4
White marble and wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Doorknob
Object name
Doorknob
Date
1900-1920
Medium
Glass, brass, iron
Dimensions
Overall: 8 x 2 in. ( 20.3 x 5.1 cm )
Description
Spherical clear glass doorknob with suspended air bubbles; brass collars; iron piece (square in section) connects the doorknobs.
Credit Line
Purchase
Object Number
1937.555a
Gallery Label
This doorknob was taken from the Evans-Strauss house, 5 West 76th Street when it was demolished to make way for the society's new building.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
