Collection Highlights
Slave shackles
ca. 1866
1921.20
Steel
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Ashtray/ coin plate
Object name
Ashtray/ coin plate
Date
1910-1930
Medium
Glass, paper, cloth
Dimensions
Diameter: 4 in. Height: 7/8 in.
Description
This clear glass plate or ashtray has been collaged on the outside with many gold and red cigar bands than can been seen through the glass. Red felt was applied over the bands to protect the collage. See similar item 2002.1.280
Credit Line
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Object Number
2002.1.281
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
