Scissor Case

91-22-24

From: United States of America (uncertain) | Canada (uncertain) | New York (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 91-22-24
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Iroquois
Provenience United States of America (uncertain) | Canada (uncertain) | New York (uncertain)
Culture Area Northeast Culture Area
Date Made 1837-1901
Section American
Materials Velvet | Fiber | Glass
Description

Oval scissor case. Burgundy velvet top with floral beadwork in tiny clear rocaille beads. White cloth edging and hanging loop. Beaded loops along edge in clear rocaille beads. Beige-pink albumen treated cloth backing.

Length 10.5 cm
Width 5.3 cm
Credit Line Gift of Marshall J. Becker, 1991

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