Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: The Consummation of Empire
1836
1858.3
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
double lidded, footed container
Title
double lidded, footed container
Object name
Container
Date
early 19th century
Medium
Pewter
Dimensions
Overall: 1 5/8 x 5 x 3 1/4 in. ( 4.1 x 12.7 x 8.3 cm )
Description
Pewter two-lidded hinged rectangular inkstand with gadrooning around rim on four paw feet; date inscribed on one lid; three compartments on interior.
Object Number
INV.13694
Marks
stamped: on underside of lid: circle with winged figure (barely legible)
scratched: on top of other lid: "1798"
Gallery Label
This container is for desk use and holds sealing wax or sand.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
