Collection Highlights
Geometrical Lathe-work Proof
Date:
Object Number:
PR.221.63
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Baton
Object Number:
1941.884
Date:
ca. 1861-1923
Medium:
Wood, brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 13 1/2 x 1 1/4 in. ( 34.3 x 3.2 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on brass plaque: "MARY POWELL"
Description:
Turned wooden baton with engraved brass plaque "MARY POWELL" near handle.
Gallery Label:
This baton is from the steamboat the 'Mary Powell' (1861-1923).
Credit Line:
Purchase, James B. Wilbur Fund
Provenance:
The George W. Murdock Collection of Steamboat Artifacts
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
