Hanger

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

1800–1900

Not on view

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Title: Hanger
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
Dimensions: 1 x 14 3/4 in. (2.5 x 37.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift from Faith and Edward Deming Andrews Collection, 1981
Object Number: 1981.441.4
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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