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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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Walking-stick
Object Number:
INV.8258
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wood, bamboo
Dimensions:
Overall: 34 5/8 x 1 1/4 in. ( 87.9 x 3.2 cm )
Description:
Fishing cane constructed of three telescoping sections inside larger bamboo case. Case has carved decoration of fruit and birds.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. George Wettlaufer, 1945
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
