Collection Highlights
Get off the track! : a song for Emmancipation, sung by the Hutchinsons, respectfully dedicated to Nath.l P. Rogers, as a mark of esteem for his intrepidity in the cause of human rights
Date:
1844
Object Number:
LIB.M1622a.Hutchinson
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Box
Object Number:
INV.8508
Date:
1870-1900
Medium:
Wood, ivory, lacquer, textile, metal, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 6 x 4 1/4 in. ( 3.2 x 15.2 x 10.8 cm )
Description:
Lacquer box (possibly a carrying case for a medal) painted black with scrolled decoration (gold) on corners and sides, painted flowers and inlaid abalone on lid; scalloped edge on sides; interior lined with royal blue rimmed with ivory.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
