Tan Parasol

Object/Artifact

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New Museum Los Gatos

Name/Title

Tan Parasol

Entry/Object ID

NU 2024.186.1-2

Description

A tan, medium-sized parasol with green trimming; the inside is lined with a green and floral pattern. The shaft is a light brown wood, with a pulling tab and cream circle attached to center of shaft. The tip is long, with a brass ending. The detachable handle is light brown, curved on one side and angular on the other.

Collection

History Collection

Cataloged By

collectionsintern@numulosgatos.org

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Location

On the handle

Transcription

L.Compton 267 San Jacinto Dr., San Diego Ca 92114

Language

English

Material/Technique

Pen

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Parasol

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Umbrella

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Personal Assistive Objects

Nomenclature Class

Personal Gear

Nomenclature Category

Category 03: Personal Objects

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Old Object Number

Other Number

439A

Number Type

Old Object Number

Other Number

439B

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Umbrella

Length

27-3/8 in

Dimension Notes

Measurement taken while parasol is folded.

Dimension Description

Handle

Length

18-3/8 in

Materials

Material

Wood, Metal, Fabric, Plastic

Material Notes

Metal is brass

Condition

Overall Condition

Good