Collection Highlights
Carolina Parakeet (Conuropsis carolinensis), Study for Havell pl. no. 26
c. 1825
1863.17.26
Watercolor, graphite, pastel, gouache, and black ink with scraping and selective glazing on paper, laid on card
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Mug
Object name
Mug
Date
1873-1891
Medium
Silver, gilt
Dimensions
Overall: 3 x 2 1/2 x 3 5/8 in. ( 7.6 x 6.4 x 9.2 cm )
Description
Seamed silver mug; cylindrical body with an applied, die-rolled foliate band around the base and an applied, die-rolled beaded band around the rim; front center of the body engraved, "L I G" in script; cast, double-c-scroll handle with an acanthus leaf grip and a feathered terminal; gilt interior; makers' marks on the base.
Credit Line
Gift of Louise S. Gilder
Object Number
INV.14142
Marks
engraved: front center: "L I G" in script
stamped: on base: "TIFFANY & Co/ 2202 M 9346/ STERLING"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
