Violin Case
Description: Rectangular walnut box with deep hinged lid, red-padded interior fitted to receive one violin, one bow, and accessories in a compartment at the left side; exterior of box mounted with carved wood representations of leather bands and tacks at the ends, two leather belts and buckles surrounding the top and front and back of the case, these belts holding another belt serving as a handle, and a belt and flap on the front concealing a lock--all these fittings cleverly and realistically carved; interior fittings lightly incised and gilded.
Artwork Details
- Title: Violin Case
- Date: late 19th century
- Geography: Georgia, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Wood
- Dimensions: L. 78.6 cm (30-15/16 in.)
- Classification: Chordophone-Accessories
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund and funds from various donors, 1980
- Object Number: 1980.215.2
- Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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Philip Henry Holmes (American, Gardiner, Maine 1845–1915 Gardiner)
1885
19th century
ca. 1850–1900
ca. 1900
19th century
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