Collection Highlights
Baby walker
Date:
1700-1750
Object Number:
INV.14959
Medium:
Cherry (by microanalysis)
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Luce Center
John Alsop King (1788-1867)
Object Number:
1909.28
Date:
ca. 1855
Medium:
Painted plaster, wood and glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 22 x 18 in. ( 55.9 x 45.7 cm )
Description:
Bas-relief portrait
Gallery Label:
John Alsop King was the son of Rufus King (1755-1827) and the brother of Edward King (1795-1836). He entered politics in the 1820s, became a member of the newly formed Republican party in 1856, and was elected governor of New York the following year. This bas-relief portrait of him was a gift to the Society from his granddaughters.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Gherardi Davis and Miss Ellen King
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
