Collection Highlights
Dressing table
1795-1810
INV.14982
Mahogany, mahogany and other inlays, white pine, yellow poplar
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Unknown (finial?)
Object name
Unknown (finial?)
Date
19th century
Medium
Tinned sheet iron
Dimensions
Overall: 8 x 2 3/4 in. ( 20.3 x 7 cm )
Description
Hollow tapering shaft with round knop at base and circular umbrella like attachment.
Object Number
INV.13811ab
Gallery Label
This object is likely to be a finial to something possibly a weathervane or a ring sizer.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
