Collection Highlights
Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
Date:
1865
Object Number:
1947.47
Medium:
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
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James T. Powers and Rachel Booth Powers
Object Number:
1955.167
Date:
1900
Medium:
Oil on canvas
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 x 16 in. ( 22.9 x 40.6 cm )
Marks:
signed, dated, and inscribed: center right: "Maurice Abbey 1900/To/Mr. & Mrs."
Gallery Label:
James T. Powers and his wife, Rachel Booth Powers, were actors. Both were known for their comedy roles. They were married in 1890.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Margaret DeVaney in memory of James T. Powers and Rachel (Booth) Powers
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
