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"The People of the United States to George Peabody..."
"The People of the United States to George Peabody..."
Object Number 967-23-10/45261c
Display Title "The People of the United States to George Peabody..."
Descriptions
Object Description Engraving. One of two (back); central circle with words "The People of the United States to George Peabody in acknowlegement of his beneficent promotion Unive__ation" with the back of a classical female figure to the left, and the backs of cherubs and palm trees to the right. Memorabilia of Mr. George Peabody - 7 pictures, 11 photographs, printed matter, written documents.
Inventory Description Engraving, to George Peabody, back
Classification
  • Print
Department Prints and Drawings
Date 19th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Massachusetts / Middlesex County / Cambridge
Materials Oil-based printing ink
Dimensions Overall: 35.7 x 28.2 cm (14 1/16 x 11 1/8 in.)
Provenance
Collector Joseph H. Outhwaite (? - 3/27/67)

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