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
Political button
Object Number:
2008.39.9
Medium:
Metal and plastic
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 in. (5.1 cm)
Description:
"Carol/Greitzer," green letters on blue, white swirls, unusual graphics
Gallery Label:
A liberal Democrat, Greitzer represented Greenwich Village in the New York City Council from 1969-1991, when she resigned to run (unsuccessfully) for Mayor. She was an active member of the Village Independent Democrats.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
