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1941

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2025

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Socket, early 19th century

This is a socket. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is tin, painted in places, glass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mrs. J. Insley Blair. It is credited Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt.

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Socket, early 19th century; tin, painted in places, glass; Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt; 1941-98-63

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