Collection Highlights
Atom Bomb Hits New York City: Illustration for "Hiroshima, U.S.A." in Collier's, 5 August 1950, cover
Date:
1950
Object Number:
1956.7
Medium:
Oil on paper laid on board
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Letter opener
Object Number:
1942.399
Date:
1840-1900
Medium:
Elephant ivory
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 x 11 3/4 x 1 in. ( 2.5 x 29.8 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Carved letter opener with flat, untapering blade and ornately carved handle with roses and other flowers.
Credit Line:
Gift of Wilmot T. Cox
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
