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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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Earrings (pair)

Earrings (pair)
Object name 
Earrings (pair)
Date 
1860-1889
Medium 
Metal, beetle shells
Dimensions 
overall (each): 5/8 x 5/8 x 2 1/8 in. ( 1.6 x 1.6 x 5.4 cm )
Description 
Pair of earrings in the form of 2 turtles connected with a chain from the feet of the upper turtle to the shoulders of the lower turtle; turtle bodies of Brazilian beetle shells in gold metal mounts; hook ear wires.
Credit Line 
Gift of Mrs. J. Harper (Constance Schermerhorn) Skillin, 1956
Object Number 
INV.12673.18ab
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.