Collection Highlights
Fete to Lafayette
Date:
1824
Object Number:
PR.022.9
Medium:
Engraving
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Luce Center
Match holder
Object Number:
1953.686
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 5 x 2 1/2 in. ( 7 x 12.7 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Blue pressed lead glass match holder in the form of a pig and barrel on a railroad car; pig sits facing barrel and has molded hair, possibly for use as striking pad.
Credit Line:
Gift of Clarence G. Michalis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
