Museum Collections
Luce Center
Wood inlay of ship in seascape
Object Number:
1941.384
Date:
19th century
Medium:
Straw; wood, glass
Dimensions:
overall (framed): 9 1/8 x 13 7/8 in. ( 23.2 x 35.2 cm )
Description:
Straw marquetry picture with scene showing Native Americans, river, and ship. Possibly depicts Henry Hudson's ship "Half Moon" entering New York Harbor.
Gallery Label:
This picture was purchased by the donor from decorator Elsie de Wolfe (1865-1950).
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.