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1926

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2015

2024

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Letter Opener

This is a letter opener. We acquired it in 1926. Its medium is carved ivorine. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane. It is credited Bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 21.2 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm (8 3/8 x 1 x 9/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Letter Opener; carved ivorine; H x W x D: 21.2 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm (8 3/8 x 1 x 9/16 in.); Bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane; 1926-37-113

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