Collection Highlights
Santa Claus and his Works
Date:
1870
Object Number:
LIB.YC1870.Web
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object Number:
1941.611
Date:
1840-1860
Medium:
Wood, probably maple; ivory; brass; iron; silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 43 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. ( 109.9 x 4.4 cm )
Marks:
inscribed: on top of ivory knob: "W De Groot"
Description:
Wooden cane with straight, tapered shaft with ivory knob handle, silver collar and eyelet, brass ferrule and iron tip.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this cane is associated with W. de Groot, who served as a Captain in the American Revolution. More likely, this cane belonged to the donor's father, William de Groot (1825-1898).
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Adelaide Milton de Groot
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
