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
Paperweight
Object Number:
2002.1.101
Date:
ca. 1880-1920
Medium:
Glass, paper
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 x 4 x 3 1/2 in. ( 5.1 x 10.2 x 8.9 cm )
Description:
Clear glass block paperweight, with beveled top edges. On top is engraved and acid etched KS monogram and on the bottom an engraved and acid etched locomotive steam engine on a track.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
