Collection Highlights
Armchair
Date:
1856-1857
Object Number:
1857.11
Medium:
Oak
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Vinaigrette
Object Number:
INV.12678ef
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 7/8 in. ( 2.2 x 2.2 cm )
Marks:
engraved: around side: "M. T. McWhorter from her sister E. Lawrence."
Description:
Silver vinaigrette with removable domed lid with quilt-block type geometric floral design; perforated dome cover inside; quilt-block type geometric floral design; inscription engraved around the side.
Gallery Label:
This vinaigrette was a gift to one of the McWhorter women from her sister.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
