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Candlesnuffer Tray

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1800-1840

GUSN

GUSN-17436

Description

Coffin shape. Slanted sides with parallel vertical lines and foliate motifs on inner faces. Slightly downturned rim. Black with gold decoration.

Details

Descriptive Terms

trays
iron (metal)
painting (coating)
tinning
Tray
Tray

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

3/8 x 9 1/4 x 3 3/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1976.170

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