Name/Title
Japanese-made umbrella/cane holder of the Lessig family, prior 1891Entry/Object ID
2017.32.1Description
Acc. No. 17.32.1
Subject Category: Household, utilitarian
Date or Period: c. pre-1891
Object: Umbrella/cane holder
Description: A cylindrically shaped receptacle in unglazed terra cotta. Its exterior has a decorative design in relief of a series of entwined dragons and cloud formations.
Size: H-23 1/4 in. x Diam: 9 3/4 inches.
History of Object: A Japanese-made umbrella/cane holder originally owned by Charles and Cora Lessig of 1419 Mound St. This residence and many of its furnishings were sold to the Charles Martin family in 1939. Mr. Lessig had been a sea captain, and this object may have been purchased by him when in Japan.
Acquired from: Estate of Nancy Martin
Date: 08/12/17