Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1820-1823
Object Number:
PR.221.44
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Apothecary jar
Object Number:
1932.81a
Date:
1550-1650
Medium:
Earthenware
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 7/8 x 5 1/4 in. ( 22.5 x 13.3 cm )
Marks:
inscribed: across middle: "dia ?finiron"
etched: in base: "$3"
Description:
Tin-glazed earthenware jar decorated in blue underglaze with an abstract floral design; dumb-bell shaped body with flaring lip and foot; inscription across middle.
Gallery Label:
This apothecary jar is one of a pair from the estate of Thomas H. Hotchkiss.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Nora Durand Woodman, from the Estate of the Late Thomas H. Hotchkiss
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
