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Hand Glass

Collection Type

  • Household Accessories

Date

1734-1767

GUSN

GUSN-7585

Description

Oval frame with string inlay on outer edge. Carved and pierced handle. blue and brown brocade covered oval panel inserted in back. Brass ring inserted in back. Brass ring attached to top of oval frame.

Details

Descriptive Terms

hand mirrors
mirrors
brocade (textile)
carving (processes)
glass (material)
piercing
wood (plant material)
Glass
Brocade
Carved
Pierced
MIRROR, HAND

Associated Building

Original to Hamilton House (South Berwick, Me.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

5.75 (W) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Elizabeth R. Vaughan

Accession Number

1949.502

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