Collection Highlights
Manhattan Rifles!
Date:
1861-1865
Object Number:
PR.055.3.226
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pestle
Object Number:
1960.86a
Date:
1800-1850
Medium:
Wood (lignum vitae)
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. ( 24.1 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Wooden turned pestle with a slightly flared cylindrical body; baluster handle with a flat circular head.
Gallery Label:
This pestle belonged to the donor's family.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. F. Huntington Babcock
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
