Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: Desolation
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1858.5
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pitcher
Object Number:
1952.210
Date:
1830-1860
Medium:
Glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/2 x 6 x 4 in. ( 14 x 15.2 x 10.2 cm )
Description:
Blue-green non-lead blown glass pitcher; globular body, tall neck with trailed threading, flared rim pulled out to form spout, and applied handle with pronounced medial rib and curled at end; pontil mark on base.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
