Egyptian Revival thimble keep

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Egyptian Revival thimble keep

Entry/Object ID

2023.7.124

Description

19th century gilt metal egg-shaped thimble keep with Egyptian Revival motif. Hinge opening with shiny ribbon handle.

Collection

Linda Ford-Wallace Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2023.7

Source or Donor

Linda Ford-Wallace Estate

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1850

Material

Metal

Color

Brass