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Shoeshine Kit

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Collection Type

  • Household Accessories

Date

1875-1899

GUSN

GUSN-73162

Description

Brown; arched top, rectangular; strap hinge, brush, two rags, polish

Details

Descriptive Terms

kits (sets)
accessories
glass (material)
leather
suede
cloth
synthetic
wool (textile)
Leather
Wool
Suede
Glass
Synthetic
KIT, SHOESHINE

Associated Building

Original to Codman House (Lincoln, Mass.),

Maker

E. Brown & Son (Manufacturer)

Location of Origin

London, England

Dimensions

5.375 x 5 x 2.75 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Dorothy S.F.M. Codman

Accession Number

1969.2336

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