Collection Highlights
An Address to the inhabitants of the British Settlements in America, upon slave-keeping
Date:
1773
Object Number:
LIB.Y1773.RushAddress
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Hair Grooming
Object Number:
2002.1.818
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Metal, wood
Dimensions:
12 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 in.
Description:
This wooden block has a slightly abrasive surface for the honing and sharpening of razors. A cardboard case reads "Charles Emerson, Emerson Place, 44 Park St., Charlestown, Mass."
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
