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1949

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Chesspiece: White Knight

This is a chesspiece: white knight. We acquired it in 1949. Its medium is ivory. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Charles McKim Norton. It is credited Gift of C. McKim Norton.

  • Pendant
  • Gift of Anonymous Donor.
  • 1967-45-186

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Chesspiece: White Knight; ivory; Gift of C. McKim Norton; 1949-150-7

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