Collection Highlights
Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
1865
Z.2603
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Compote plate
Object name
Compote plate
Date
1850-1870
Medium
Porcelain
Dimensions
overall: 1 1/4 x 7 3/8 in.
Description
Border of fine intertwining branches in gilding and green enamel; additional gilding on rims, edges, seams, and highlighting finials and handles.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Irving McKesson
Object Number
1941.216
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