Collection Highlights
Lincoln visits General McClellan at Antietam
Date:
1862, published later
Object Number:
PR.065.778.5
Medium:
Stereograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Hinged hand press
Object Number:
INV.7574
Date:
1800-1900
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 11 x 2 in. ( 7 x 27.9 x 5.1 cm )
Description:
Wooden hand press consisting of two wedge-shaped blocks with handles; blocks are hinged together; inner surface of one has a concave well with four holes at the bottom; inner surface of the other has a corresponding convex projection.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
