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The Course of Empire: The Consummation of Empire
1836
1858.3
Oil on canvas (relined)
Artist/Maker: Thomas Cole

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Candlestick

Candlestick
Object name 
Candlestick
Date 
1600-1650
Medium 
Brass
Dimensions 
Overall: 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. ( 14 x 11.4 x 11.4 cm )
Description 
Brass candlestick with square base and mid-bobeche with plain socket; base and bobeche have decoration.
Credit Line 
Gift of Mrs. Katharine Prentis Murphy