Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Bootjack
Object Number:
Z.146
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 5/8 x 12 1/2 in. ( 6.7 x 31.8 cm )
Description:
Wooden boot jack covered in dark stain; two pronged heel holder; circular well at center, above block with tapering base.
Credit Line:
Gift of E. B. Childs
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
