Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: Destruction
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1858.4
Medium:
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Luce Center
Walking-stick
Object Number:
1943.166
Date:
ca. 1865
Medium:
Wood, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 36 x 4 1/2 x 1 in. ( 91.4 x 11.4 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Wooden cane with tapered shaft, metal handle in shape of cannon, and metal ferrule.
Gallery Label:
According to accession records, this cane is supposed to have been made of wood and metal salvaged from the "Merrimac" or the "Monitor."
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Ronald K. Brown
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
