Plaque

1870–1900 (?)

Not on view

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Title: Plaque
Date: 1870–1900 (?)
Medium: Probably glass
Dimensions: Diam. 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Huntington, 1883
Object Number: 83.2.141
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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