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Silversmith's Model (USA)

This is a Silversmith's model. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1958. Its medium is ivory. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mr. L. Rydes. It is credited Gift of L. Rydes.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 2.7 × 8.4 × 0.5 cm (1 1/16 × 3 5/16 × 3/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Silversmith's Model (USA); ivory; H x W x D: 2.7 × 8.4 × 0.5 cm (1 1/16 × 3 5/16 × 3/16 in.); Gift of L. Rydes; 1958-90-1-a

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