Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: The Savage State
Date:
ca. 1834
Object Number:
1858.1
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Drawer from chest
Object Number:
Z.140
Date:
1750-1800
Medium:
Wood, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 1/8 x 34 x 17 3/4 in. ( 15.6 x 86.4 x 45.1 cm )
Description:
Rectangular woooden drawer from a chest; iron lock, heart-shaped escutcheon and nails; drawer is divided into two sections; canted front is made of hardwood (probably walnut) and sides, bottom and divider are made of pine; dovetail joinery.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
