Collection Highlights
I Sell the Shadow to Support the Substance
Date:
1864
Object Number:
PR.011.5
Medium:
Albumen print mounted on card (Carte de Visite)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Woodcarving (male figure with trumpet)
Object Number:
INV.8163
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wood, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 5/8 x 1 1/8 x 4 in. ( 14.3 x 2.9 x 10.2 cm )
Description:
Carved and painted wooden figurine on small rectangular base; standing male figure blowing elongated trumpet; black hat, dark brown suit, and green base.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
