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
Saucer
Object Number:
1951.431e
Date:
early 20th century
Medium:
Porcelain
Dimensions:
saucer: 7/8 x 5 1/2 in.
Description:
One piece from 5-piece place setting comprise of cup, saucer, circular soup plate, circular dinner plate, and another plate with scalloped edges and cream brim; all have gold bands around rim and inner edge of brim; all but the saucer bear the gold initials "JR" on the brim or body.
Gallery Label:
This place setting belonged to Mrs. Henry J. Raymond (Juliette Weaver), wife of the editor of the New York Times.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. S.L. Holbrook
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
