Oval Carrier

United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing (“Shakers”) American

1800–1900

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 734

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Title: Oval Carrier
Maker: United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing (“Shakers”) (American, active ca. 1750–present)
Date: 1800–1900
Geography: Made in New Lebanon, New York, United States
Culture: American, Shaker
Medium: Wood; Pine, maple, ash
Dimensions: 11 x 20 1/2 x 13 1/4 in. (27.9 x 52.1 x 33.7 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. G. James Fawcett, in memory of John S. Rudd, 1984
Object Number: 1984.444.2
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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