Collection Highlights
American Ornithology; or The Natural History of the Birds of the United States
Date:
1880
Object Number:
LIB.Y1808.W
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Snuff box w/lid
Object Number:
1931.14ab
Date:
1800-1825
Medium:
Papier-mâché
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/4 x 3 5/8 in. ( 1.9 x 9.2 cm )
Description:
Circular papier-mâché snuff box with black body; black printed portrait of lady with elaborate hairstyle and green trees behind cover.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Thomas Hunt
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
