Collection Highlights
The Indian Hunter
Date:
1860
Object Number:
1939.390
Medium:
Brown patinated bronze
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Luce Center
Sliding tray on stand
Object Number:
INV.14878
Date:
1800-1850
Medium:
Iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/4 x 17 x 10 in. ( 21 x 43.2 x 25.4 cm )
Description:
Wrought and cast iron rectangular trivet with star-shaped pierced decoration at center, and attached curved handle with hole in end; tray slides on two iron poles attached to two poles with curved ends. Bracket meant for hanging on a grate.
Gallery Label:
The curved ends may have served as a hook, and possibly attached to a fireplace.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
