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Tobacco Jar

ca. early 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Jar and lid, in turned maple wood, rose shaped with a square base. The interior of the cover is fitted with lead.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 3 parts.

  • Tobacco Jar
  • Lid
  • Inner Lid
Materials and techniques
Maple and lead
Brief description
Tobacco jar, turned maple wood with a lead lined lid. English, ca. early 19th century.
Physical description
Jar and lid, in turned maple wood, rose shaped with a square base. The interior of the cover is fitted with lead.
Dimensions
  • Height: 8in
  • Diameter: 5.5in
Dimensions taken from departmental notes
Credit line
Given by Talbot Hughes, Esq.
Collection
Accession number
W.3-1923

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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