Collection Highlights
An Address to the inhabitants of the British Settlements in America, upon slave-keeping
Date:
1773
Object Number:
LIB.Y1773.RushAddress
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Box
Object Number:
1951.332
Date:
1810-1883
Medium:
Wood, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 x 15 x 9 in. ( 20.3 x 38.1 x 22.9 cm )
Description:
Rectangular casket with plain, burl veneer surfaces; hinged, arched lid.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, this casket was made by Peter Cooper (1791-1883), founder of New York City's unique educational institution, Cooper Union.
Credit Line:
Gift of Norvin H. Green
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
