Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Needlecase:cylinder shaped, orange
Object Number:
INV.9826
Date:
1800-1840
Medium:
Ivory, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/4 x 3/4 in. ( 10.8 x 1.9 cm )
Description:
Cylindrical ivory needlecase dyed orange with metal collars around the rims of the case and lid with a hinge at the back for a flip top lid.
Gallery Label:
Damaged
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
