Collection Highlights
Batter pitcher
1798
1937.587
Stoneware, cobalt oxide
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cigarette silk
Object name
Cigarette silk
Date
1890-1920
Medium
Cloth
Dimensions
4 3/4 x 3 in.
Description
A small natural beige silk cloth printed with the flag of Egypt (before World War I) above the lyrics to the national anthem and pink water lilies. Printed "Nebo Cigarettes" at the bottom edge. One of a series of world flags and anthems. Given as collectible premiums by cigarette manufacturers.
Credit Line
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Object Number
2002.1.2697
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
