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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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Mortar
Object Number:
1960.86b
Date:
1800-1850
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/4 × 6 1/2 in. (13.3 × 16.5 cm)
Description:
Baluster-shaped turned wood or treenware mortar with molded rim and foot; lines incised into foot.
Gallery Label:
According to donor, mortar and pestle (1960.86a) belonged to donor's family.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. F. Huntington Babcock
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
