Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: The Savage State
Date:
ca. 1834
Object Number:
1858.1
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
SUPPORT THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Help us present groundbreaking exhibitions and develop educational programs about our nation's history for more than 200,000 schoolchildren annually.
Museum Collections
Luce Center
Ernie's
Object Number:
2008.47.108
Medium:
Cardboard, striker, metal staple
Dimensions:
Overall (closed): 1 7/8 x 1 1/2 x 3/8 in. (4.8 x 3.8 x 1 cm)
Description:
20 stick matchbook with pale grey exterior. Front cover with black line drawing of a figure in a overcoat and hat. Saddle with telephone number in black lettering. rear cover with name in bright pink script and address in black lettering. White interior with black matchsticks.
Credit Line:
Gift of Lila A. Morris
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
