Museum Collections
Luce Center
Snuffbox with lid
Object Number:
1931.24ab
Date:
ca. 1812-1820
Medium:
Papier-mâché
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. ( 2.2 x 8.9 cm )
Marks:
printed: on oval shield at center of etching: "Glory/to the/American/arms"
printed: beneath etching: "America shows to the world/ the trophy of her/victories"
Description:
Circular papier-mâché snuffbox with print on lid with allegorical figures (Victory/Gabriel and Columbia) gesturing towards armor, cannon, swords, and flags.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Thomas Hunt
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.