Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Ladle
Object Number:
1981.18
Date:
1784-1795
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 14 x 3 5/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 35.6 x 9.2 x 6.4 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "SJS" in bright-cut foliate script (contemporary)
stamped: twice along handle stem underside: "Myers" in script with conforming surround
Description:
Wrought silver ladle with a downturned oval handle decorated with bright-cut border and floral decoration along face of handle end; handle end also engraved with bright-cut foliate script initials "SJS"; deep, circular bowl with a double-molded drop; maker's hallmarks stamped twice along underside of handle stem.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Eric N. Shrubsole, a Pintard Fellow, in memory of S. J. Shrubsole
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
