Collection Highlights
Lady Arthur Paget (Minne Stevens) dressed for the Delmonico ball, 1875
Date:
1875
Object Number:
PR.223.1.4.1
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Candy Striped Barberry Room
Object Number:
2008.47.66
Medium:
Cardboard, striker, metal staple
Dimensions:
Overall (closed): 1 7/8 x 2 x 3/8 in. (4.8 x 5.1 x 0.9 cm)
Description:
30 stick matchbook with white exterior. Image of red and white striped curtain and scene with candelabra, champagne in bucket and glasses on left hand side with red monogram BR and red lettering (see transcription in notes). Rear cover with red lettering (see transcription in notes). Plain white interior.
Credit Line:
Gift of Lila A. Morris
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
