Museum Collections
Luce Center
Snuffbox with lid
Object Number:
1931.26ab
Date:
ca. 1812-1820
Medium:
Papier-mâché
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 3 3/8 in. ( 2.2 x 8.6 cm )
Marks:
printed: on cover beneath portrait: "VILLAM BAINBRIDGE/Déposé
Description:
Circular papier-mâché snuffbox with printed portrait of William Bainbridge on lid.
Gallery Label:
William Bainbridge (1774-1833), American naval officer, succeeded Isaac Hull as commander of the "Constitution" during the War of 1812.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Thomas Hunt
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.