Collection Highlights
Come in, and Prevent a "Draft"
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.055.3.105
Medium:
Paper
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Luce Center
Candle snuffer
Object Number:
INV.6553
Date:
1750-1780
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/8 x 2 1/8 x 7/8 in. ( 13.7 x 5.4 x 2.2 cm )
Description:
Brass snuffer with ogee-shaped wick-end box, striated markings and continuous loop finger holes.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
