Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1776.4
Medium:
Paper, broadside
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Umbrella with cover
Object Number:
Z.988ab
Date:
1900-1950
Medium:
Wood, textile, metal, ivory, plastic
Dimensions:
closed: 34 x 3 in. ( 86.4 x 7.6 cm )
Description:
Umbrella with brass ferrule, beige shade with brown lining, metal ribs, and wooden shaft with crook handle; points (some original and some replacements) of ivory and amber colored plastic; button and brass ring closure; light olive green (khaki) colored canvas cover.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. E. C. Carter
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
