Paper Mache Egg

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Date

1900-1940

GUSN

GUSN-103438

Description

Red paper mache box in the shape of an egg, each side has a picture of a young girl holding flowers and a letter, inside is lined with a paper doily, purple shredded paper and three fuzzy toy chicks.

Details

Descriptive Terms

BOX

Inscription

"MADE / IN / JAPAN" (Paper labels)

Additional Identification Number

3166

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Japan

Dimensions

5 in x 3 1/4 in x 3 1/2 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Edwin Buckingham Sears

Accession Number

1987.496AB

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