Collection Highlights
Speech of His Excellency George Washington, Esq; president of the United States of America, delivered to the Honorable the Congress
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1789.39
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Glove stretcher
Object Number:
1946.79
Date:
1800-1825
Medium:
Ivory, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 5/8 x 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 in. ( 24.4 x 4.4 x 3.2 cm )
Description:
Ivory glove stretcher with two prongs hinged at the center; the centers of both sides have outdoor scenes carved in relief.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Alice Temple Parkin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
