Collection Highlights
Armchair
Date:
1856-1857
Object Number:
1857.11
Medium:
Oak
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Incense burner
Object Number:
1947.148ab
Date:
ca. 1890-1940
Medium:
Bronze
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/2 x 5 x 3 1/4 in. ( 11.4 x 12.7 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Cast bronze incense burner in the shape of an eggplant, with one tiny eggplant attached to either side; dark brown patina and polished surface; cover in the form of an eggplant stem and leaves, pierced with five holes to allow incense to escape.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Roswell Skeel, Jr.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
