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Pocketbook
N. H.
1777
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator/Artist/Maker
N. H. (Possible maker)
Place of Origin
Newport; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Materials
- Leather (elk)
- Thread
- Ink
- Paper
Museum Object Number
1965.2184
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Complete Details
Object Number
1965.2184
Object Name
Pocketbook
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator (Role)
N. H. (Possible maker)
Place of Origin
Newport; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Date
1777
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Pocketbook, interior
Inscription: "Pelatiah Leete Jun\r. / His Book AD 1777", inscribed in ink
Type: Signature
Location: Cover, exterior
Inscription: "Rhodeisland"/ "N.H.", impressed/embossed
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Leather (elk)
- Thread
- Ink
- Paper
Dimensions (inches)
0.4 (H) x 3.6 (W) x 5.6 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
1 (H) x 9.2 (W) x 14.2 (L)