Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: Desolation
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1858.5
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Wall pocket/Match holder
Object Number:
1953.649
Date:
1880-1910
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/8 x 3 x 1 3/4 in. ( 10.5 x 7.6 x 4.4 cm )
Description:
Blue pressed lead glass wall pocket in form of boot; pressed decoration consists of wide ribbed border with fine mesh square on side, plain shoe section with wrinkle effect, and diamond pattern on side facing wall; eyelet for hanging.
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
