Collection Highlights
Cake board
Date:
1825-1835
Object Number:
1937.1562
Medium:
Wood (possibly mahogany)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Wig curler: blond wood
Object Number:
INV.11731
Date:
ca. 1875-1925
Medium:
Wood, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 11 1/4 in. ( 28.6 cm )
Description:
Glove stretcher composed of identical pieces of wood joined to form a "Y" shape with a tapering stem; hinge and spring at fork; covered in light or clear stem.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
