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Box (Tobacco box)
Benjamin Franklin
1790-1810
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Burlwood veneer
- Tortoise shell (marine turtle)
- Ormolu
- Brass
- Glass
Museum Object Number
1961.1214 A, B
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1961.1214 A, B
Object Name
Box (Tobacco box)
Title
Benjamin Franklin
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Origin Notes
Possibly made in France.
Date
1790-1810
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Medallion, surrounding portrait
Inscription: "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN" in raised Roman capitals.
Mark/Signature: Yes
Subject(s)
- Benjamin Franklin
- Portrait
- President
- Government
Materials
- Burlwood veneer
- Tortoise shell (marine turtle)
- Ormolu
- Brass
- Glass
Techniques
- Stamped
Dimensions (inches)
0.984 (H) x 2.205 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
2.5 (H) x 5.6 (Diam)