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1949

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Cameo

This is a Cameo. We acquired it in 1949. Its medium is glass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by The French Institute. It is credited Gift of the French Institute.

  • Frame
  • cast and chased, patinated, and silvered brass and bronze with glass.
  • Gift of Anonymous Donor.
  • 1929-1-7-a,b

Cite this object as

Cameo; glass; Gift of the French Institute; 1949-72-20

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