Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cane
Object Number:
2010.24.140
Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Wood, ivory, brass, ruby
Dimensions:
Overall: 34 1/2 x 1 x 5 1/2 in. (87.6 x 2.5 x 14 cm)
Description:
Dog presentation.
Gallery Label:
The Grumet collection had a number of carved and antique dog canes, reflecting the owners' family dogs. Found in Arizona, the handle of this bone, brass and ruby cane features a carved dog.
Credit Line:
Gift of Lou and Barbara Grumet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
