Museum Collections
Luce Center
Paperweight with snake
Object Number:
1933.191
Date:
1870-1900
Medium:
Glass with snake preserved in fluid
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 in. ( 2.2 x 8.3 x 8.3 cm )
Description:
Colorless glass paperweight with coiled coral snake in preserving fluid sealed in domed compartment with metal frame atop a flat, square base.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.