Collection Highlights
Bird's Nest and Dog Roses
1867
1947.519
Watercolor, gouache, graphite, and selective glazing with scratching out on paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Whirligig
Object name
Whirligig
Date
1800-1850
Medium
Wood, metal, paper, paint
Dimensions
Overall: 8 5/8 x 2 3/8 in. ( 21.9 x 6 cm )
Description
Jointed figure carved out of wood, with small bells attached to the end of each arm, mounted on top of wooden spindle attached to a circular base; wooden bead on spindle shaft is all that remains of spinning mechanism.
Object Number
INV.8061
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
