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Jar for Carol's Daughter Healthy Hair Butter
- Manufactured by
- Carol's Daughter, American, founded 1993
- Date
- ca. 2014
- On ViewCulture/Fourth Floor, 4 050
- Exhibition
- Cultural Expressions
- Medium
- ink on paper on plastic with adhesive
- Dimensions
- 3 1/8 × 2 13/16 × 2 13/16 in. (7.9 × 7.1 × 7.1 cm)
- Description
- A round, plastic hair cream container for Carol's Daughter Healthy Hair Butter. The container has clear body (2014.269a) with a black round lid (2014.269b). The container body has a light tan label with the name of the product in green and black text in differing fonts [Carol’s Daughter / HEALTHY / HAIR BUTTER / protective cream / hairdress / 8.0 oz/226g] between two brown, framing lines at the top and bottom of the label. The rest of the label is written in mostly brown text with some green text and accents that lists product information, product uses, benefits, and manufacturer contact information. On the bottom of the container in the center is printed text in black ink that reads [1416890A]. In the center of the top of the lid is a gray graphic of a flower with text centered around it that reads [MADE WITH LOVE ? BEAUTY BY NATURE ?].
- Place made
- New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- conditioner
- Topic
- Beauty culture
- Business
- Hair
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Object number
- 2014.269ab
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Ring of the Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi fraternity with storage pouch
- Manufactured by
- Fourteen Karat Plus, Inc., American, founded 1988
- Subject of
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1911
- Date
- after 1988
- On ViewCommunity/Third Floor, 3 050
- Exhibition
- Making a Way Out of No Way
- Medium
- ring: gold with amethyst and diamond;
- pouch: leather with metal and plastic
- Dimensions
- H x W x D (ring): 1 1/4 × 1 × 7/8 in. (3.2 × 2.5 × 2.2 cm)
- H x W x D (pouch): 4 1/2 × 3 1/2 × 3/8 in. (11.4 × 8.9 × 1 cm)
- Description
- 2015.102.1.1: This is a gold ring with thick band, the Official Ring of the International President, Grand Basileus, of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The center of ring top has an amethyst rectangle with rounded edges with a gold 8-point star at the center, with each point having a small inlaid diamond, with a larger inlaid diamond at the center. Around the edge in relief gold lettering reads "GRAND BASILEUS" around the top and "OMEGA PSI PHI" along the bottom, with dots between the two phrases. On both the PL and PR side, in relief, is a depiction of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity shield; a shield with a five-point star, "O ? F]" with a genie-like lamp at the bottom, surrounded by dotted border, with two crossing swords behind, the bust of a set of armor at the top, all surrounded by a wreath. The initials “A.R." and "F.K. +10k" is etched onto the interior of the ring.
- 2015.102.1.2: A beige leather pouch, meant to hold the Grand Basileus Omega Psi Phi ring. This is a rectangular pouch with a top flap secured with a central beige plastic topped metal button. In dark red type the words "Fourteen Karat Plus, Inc." is typed on the bottom of the front, center.
- Place used
- Rochester, Monroe County, New York, United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- signet rings
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Andrew A. Ray
- Object number
- 2015.102.1.1-.2
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Pendant for the Order of the Eastern Star
- Owned by
- Gates, Annie Maude, American, 1911 - 2010
- Gates, Barbara, American
- Subject of
- Order of the Eastern Star, American, founded 1850
- Date
- ca.1940
- On ViewCommunity/Third Floor, 3 050
- Exhibition
- Making a Way Out of No Way
- Medium
- metal, ceramic and resin
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 2 × 2 × 1/2 in. (5.1 × 5.1 × 1.3 cm)
- Description
- A circular metal pendant with a ceramic center. A metal faux gold border resembling a chain link with individual leaves angled toward the right encircles the ceramic center. The ceramic center has a 5-point star outlined in black at its center, with each point/triangle a different color (red, green, white, blue, and yellow). Each triangle/point depicts a black ink symbol within the triangle. In the center of the star is a pentagon in black with a white representation of a podium and book. There is a loop (clasp) on the reverse of the pendant, but no chain is currently attached.
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- pendants (jewelry)
- Topic
- Communities
- Freemasonry
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift in Memory of Annie M. and Otis A. Gates, Jr.
- Object number
- 2015.70
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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The Links Foundation Pin
- Manufactured by
- Unidentified
- Subject of
- The Links Foundation, Inc., American, founded 1979
- Date
- post 1951
- On ViewCommunity/Third Floor, 3 050
- Exhibition
- Making a Way Out of No Way
- Medium
- silver
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 1 1/2 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (3.8 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)
- Description
- A round pin of silver. The pin front has a large, central, cursive capital "L". On the horizontal portion of the "L" are three (3) roses. The pin back has a horizontal pin bar fastener at the top. On the back of the pin at the bottom is impressed text: [K+STERLING].
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- pins (jewelry)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of The Links Foundation, Inc.
- Object number
- 2015.230ab
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Pin for Delta Sigma Theta sorority
- Manufactured by
- Unidentified
- Subject of
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, American, founded 1913
- Date
- ca. 1990
- On ViewCommunity/Third Floor, 3 050
- Exhibition
- Making a Way Out of No Way
- Medium
- metal, plastic
- Dimensions
- 1/2 × 3/4 × 9/16 in. (1.3 × 1.9 × 1.4 cm)
- Description
- A gold--tone Delta Sigma Theta Sorority pin. The pin is molded in the Greek letters [? S T] with the letters slightly staggered. The S symbol has (9) small white plastic pearls embedded in the metal. The pin back is a jewelry clutch, or a tie tack back, in style.
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- pins (jewelry)
- Topic
- Sororities
- Women
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
- Object number
- 2014.85.1ab
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Pocket watch likely carried by Matthew Henson in 1908-1909 Arctic expedition
- Manufactured by
- American Watch Company, American, 1850 - 1957
- Used by
- Henson, Matthew A., American, 1866 - 1955
- Subject of
- Henson, Matthew A., American, 1866 - 1955
- Peary, Robert E., American, 1856 - 1920
- Date
- 1888-1889; inscribed 1908 or 1909
- Medium
- nickel , metal and glass
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 3 1/4 × 2 1/4 × 3/4 in. (8.3 × 5.7 × 1.9 cm)
- Caption
- An engraved watch that is believed to be the watch carried by Matthew Henson (1866-1955) on his exploration of the North Pole along with Adm. Robert E. Peary from July 6, 1908 to April 23, 1909. Henson is an iconic figure among American pioneering explorers. During the 1908-09 expedition led by Admiral Peary (whom he assisted on several Arctic expeditions over a 20-year period), Henson became the first man to reach the North Pole. For his achievements, Henson received the Congressional Medal of Honor in 1944. In 2000, the National Geographic Society awarded Henson the Hubbard Metal – its highest award.
- Description
- This pocket watch belonged to Matthew Henson and is engraved with his initials. The watch is silver in color and the words [R.E. PEARY / NORTH POLE / EXPEDITION / 1908] are engraved on the front in an Edwardian style. Henson's initials [M.A. HENSON] are engraved on the side. The watch has a white face with black hands and roman numerals. The watchmaker's name [Am. Watch Co. / WALTHAM] is printed in the top center of the face. The inside of the watch is engraved with the watchmaker's name [American Waltham Watch Co.] and the serial number [3639616].
- Place used
- North Pole, Arctic
- Greenland, Cape Morris Jessup, North and Central America
- Place made
- Waltham, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Adornment
- Tools and Equipment-Personal use
- Type
- pocket watches
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Object number
- 2017.31
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Signet ring with Ku Klux Klan insignia
- Manufactured by
- E. M. Company
- Subject of
- Ku Klux Klan, 2nd, American, 1915 - 1944
- Date
- 1920s
- Medium
- metal
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 13/16 × 11/16 × 11/16 in. (2 × 1.8 × 1.8 cm)
- Description
- A gold signet ring with a blank face and an eagle on each shoulder. The eagles are clutching olive branches and arrows. They have their wings outstretched, and they have their heads looking to the left. Above each eagle is a horizontal row of three stars near the head of the ring. Three additional vertical rows of stars are below the eagles along the band of the ring. Engraved on the inside of the band of the ring is “14K GOLD SHELL” and “E.M.CO.”
- Statement
- Objects depicting symbols of hate or related to organized hate groups may be offensive and disturbing, but the NMAAHC aims to include them in the Collection to present and preserve the historical context in which they were created and used. Objects of this type provide an important historical record from which to study and evaluate history and culture.
- Place used
- United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- finger rings
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
- Object number
- 2013.231.9
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Cosmetic powder puff from Mae's Millinery Shop
- Manufactured by
- Prince Matchabelli Inc., founded 1926
- Owned by
- Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
- Subject of
- Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
- Date
- 1941-1994
- On ViewCommunity/Third Floor, 3 051
- Exhibition
- Power of Place
- Medium
- synthetic fiber and foam
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 2 1/2 x 3/8 in. (6.4 x 1 cm)
- Description
- A pink circular powder puff made from two layers of faux fur filled with soft foam and found in 2010.6.54.1ab.
- Place collected
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
- Collection title
- Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- powder puffs
- Topic
- Beauty culture
- Business
- Women
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from Mae Reeves and her children, Donna Limerick and William Mincey, Jr.
- Object number
- 2010.6.54.5
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Rhinestone drip necklace worn by Ophelia DeVore
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Worn by
- DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
- Date
- mid 20th century
- Medium
- rhinestones and metal
- Dimensions
- H x W: 41 1/2 x 3/8 in. (105.4 x 1 cm)
- Description
- A rhinestone drip necklace worn by Ophelia DeVore. The necklace is made from three long strands of small square silver settings with clear faceted rhinestones. The three strands are connected to each other at the center, but not at the ends. The necklace does not close, but is worn with the connected center at the back neck and the loose strands dangling in front.
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- necklaces
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ophelia DeVore
- Object number
- 2011.25.6.2
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Large rhinestone and silver metal ring from Mae's Millinery Shop
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Owned by
- Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
- Subject of
- Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
- Date
- 1941-1994
- Medium
- metal and rhinestones
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 1 x 3 3/8 x 3 1/2 in. (2.5 x 8.6 x 8.9 cm)
- Description
- Large ring from Mae's Millinery Shop featuring clear rhinestones set in silver metal with a silver metal ring on the back. The design is a stylized floral shape with square and marquise cut stones. A floral vine motif is engraved onto the ring portion, which is adjustable as it is not a closed loop.
- Place collected
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
- Collection title
- Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- finger rings
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Object number
- 2013.213.11.3
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Cobalt blue European glass trade beads
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Date
- ca. 17th century
- On ViewConcourse 3, C3 053
- Exhibition
- Slavery and Freedom
- Medium
- glass, natural fiber
- Dimensions
- 14 1/4 × 10 1/2 × 1 in. (36.2 × 26.7 × 2.5 cm)
- Description
- Strand of blue glass beads strung on natural fiber. Beads are of various shades of blue and various shape. Beads are drilled through center and strung on natural fiber string.
- Place used
- West Africa, Africa
- Classification
- Slavery and Freedom Objects
- Adornment
- Coins and Currency
- Type
- trade beads
- money
- Topic
- Africa
- Beauty culture
- Clothing and dress
- Commerce
- Slavery
- Trans Atlantic slave trade
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Oprah Winfrey
- Object number
- 2014.312.30
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Pin with green and pink rhinestones from Mae's Millinery Shop
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Owned by
- Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
- Subject of
- Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
- Date
- 1941-1994
- Medium
- metal and rhinestones
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 2 x 2 x 3/4 in. (5.1 x 5.1 x 1.9 cm)
- Description
- Circular floral pin with green and pink rhinestones from Mae's Millinery Shop. The center is a large round faceted light pink rhinestone, with a row of smaller round faceted light green rhinestones, and the final outer row of dark green round faceted rhinestones. A pinback clasp is attached to the reverse.
- Place collected
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
- Collection title
- Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- pins (jewelry)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Donna Limerick
- Object number
- 2016.48.69
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Amber rhinestone bracelet from Mae's Millinery Shop
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Owned by
- Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
- Subject of
- Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
- Date
- 1941-1994
- Medium
- metal and rhinestones
- Dimensions
- H x W: 1 x 6 3/4 in. (2.5 x 17.1 cm)
- Description
- Amber rhinestone bracelet from Mae's Millinery Shop. The bracelet consists of three (3) rows of small amber rhinestones set into interlocked metal. Two (2) large teardrop faceted amber rhinestones are placed near the center of the bracelet, each rimmed in one row of the small rhinestones. The bracelet fastens with a metal buckle.
- Place collected
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
- Collection title
- Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- bracelets (jewelry)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Donna Limerick
- Object number
- 2016.48.78.1
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Tie chain for Ain't Misbehavin' costume worn by André De Shields
- Worn by
- De Shields, André, American, born 1946
- Date
- 1982
- Medium
- metal
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 2 1/8 × 1 1/2 in. (5.4 × 3.8 cm)
- Description
- Tie chain from Ain't Misbehavin' costume ensemble for Act I worn by André De Shields during the 1982 NBC TV special. The tie chain bar is straight metal that ends in two hexagonal beads. A chain is connected to both ends of the bar forming a loop that is loose and can move.
- Place used
- New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
- Classification
- Clothing-Costume
- Adornment
- Type
- tie clasps
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of André De Shields
- Object number
- 2018.1.1.5.2
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Necklace from the Acapulco Black Film Festival
- Subject of
- American Black Film Festival, American, founded 1997
- Date
- 2000
- Medium
- sterling silver
- Dimensions
- H x W x D (Overall): 11 7/16 × 1 1/16 × 1/4 in. (29 × 2.7 × 0.6 cm)
- H x W x D (2019.55.5a): 1 11/16 × 1 1/16 × 1/4 in. (4.3 × 2.7 × 0.6 cm)
- L x W (2019.55.5b): 20 3/16 × 3/16 in. (51.2 × 0.5 cm)
- Description
- A sterling silver pendant (2019.55.5a) with chain (2019.55.5b) from the Acapulco Black Film Festival (ABFF) held in 2000.
- 2019.55.5a: The pendent is oval shaped and depicts a cutout of the ABFF logo. The ABFF logo resembles a stylized half rayed-sun with a half of an eye at the center and a film strip at the bottom. The year of the festival is printed in molded text on the film strip that reads [2000]. The back of the pendant is smooth with a single stamp that reads [[S]TERLI[NG]].
- 2019.55.5b: The chain is a twenty (20) inch, sterling silver, rope chain. Stamped on each end of the chain is the text [925/ ITALY and Az].
- Place used
- Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, Mexico, Latin America, North and Central America
- Place made
- Mexico, Latin America, North and Central America
- Italy, Europe
- Classification
- Adornment
- Memorabilia and Ephemera
- Type
- necklaces
- Topic
- Film
- Holidays and festivals
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Jeff and Nicole Friday
- Object number
- 2019.55.5ab
- Restrictions & Rights
- Unknown - Restrictions Possible
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Bakelite powder box lid from dresser set owned by Lena Horne
- Created by
- Agalin, French
- Used by
- Horne, Lena, American, 1917 - 2010
- Date
- mid 20th Century
- Medium
- Bakelite (TM)
- Dimensions
- Diameter: 4 7/8 x 1 in. (12.4 x 2.5 cm)
- Description
- The lid (2011.27.2.11b) for a powder box (2011.27.2.11a). The lid is made of semi-translucent orange Bakelite plastic and is circular with a cylindrical handle on its top. In addition, it has black and gold colored embellishments in the art deco style.
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- lids
- Topic
- Actors
- Singers (Musicians)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Object number
- 2011.27.2.11b
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Cuff links worn by Cab Calloway
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Worn by
- Calloway, Cab, American, 1907 - 1994
- Date
- mid 20th-late 20th century
- Medium
- onyx and metal
- Dimensions
- H x W x D (each, flat): 5/8 × 5/8 × 1 1/8 in. (1.6 × 1.6 × 2.9 cm)
- H x W x D (each, clipped): 5/8 × 5/8 × 3/4 in. (1.6 × 1.6 × 1.9 cm)
- Description
- A pair of cuff links with a round, flat onyx cap framed in gold metal and a gold bar and clip.
- Classification
- Clothing-Costume
- Adornment
- Type
- cuff links
- Topic
- Beauty culture
- Clothing and dress
- Conductors (Musicians)
- Costume
- Dance
- Jazz (Music)
- Singers (Musicians)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Cabella Calloway Langsam
- Object number
- 2013.237.4.5ab
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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String of small coral beads
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Date
- 1800-1968
- On ViewConcourse 3, C3 053
- Exhibition
- Slavery and Freedom
- Medium
- coral on string (fiber product)
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 24 × 3/8 × 1/4 in. (61 × 1 × 0.6 cm)
- H x W x D: 1/2 × 5/16 × 1/4 in. (1.3 × 0.8 × 0.6 cm) individual beads
- Description
- Strand of small, oblong-shaped beads made of red coral. The beads have a uniform color and several are chipped or cracked from wear.
- Place used
- West Africa, Africa
- Collection title
- William & Mattye Reed Family Collection
- Classification
- Slavery and Freedom Objects
- Adornment
- Coins and Currency
- Topic
- Africa
- Beauty culture
- Clothing and dress
- Commerce
- Slavery
- Trans Atlantic slave trade
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Family of William & Mattye Reed
- Object number
- 2014.182.72
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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Venetian glass trade beads
- Created by
- Unidentified
- Date
- late 19th century
- Medium
- Venetian glass, cotton
- Dimensions
- 11 × 7 1/2 × 5/16 in. (27.9 × 19.1 × 0.8 cm)
- Description
- Strand of white, semi-translucent glass beads strung on natural fiber. Beads are spherical and have a hole drilled through center. Beads are roughly the same size and shape. Several beads have white lines etched into exterior.
- Place used
- West Africa, Africa
- Classification
- Slavery and Freedom Objects
- Adornment
- Coins and Currency
- Type
- trade beads
- money
- Topic
- Africa
- Beauty culture
- Clothing and dress
- Commerce
- Slavery
- Trans Atlantic slave trade
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Oprah Winfrey
- Object number
- 2014.312.37
- Restrictions & Rights
- No Known Copyright Restrictions
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"Three Hole" brass cuff by Art Smith
- Designed by
- Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
- Owned by
- Williams, Anne, American, born 1924
- Signed by
- Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
- Date
- 1946-1979
- Medium
- brass
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 3 × 2 1/2 × 2 in. (7.6 × 6.4 × 5.1 cm)
- Description
- A brass cuff with three holes. There is an opening on the back where it goes over the wrist. The "holes" are curved openings with pointed ends that stick out. The design is not symmetrical. There are two holes on the top and one on the bottom. The holes are textured. The insides are rippled and the designs around the outside of the holes are crackled. The cuff has an uneven color and minor scratches. The inside of the cuff is a darker color and has Art Smith's signature carved into it.
- Place made
- New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
- Collection title
- Art Smith Jewelry Collection
- Classification
- Adornment
- Type
- bracelets (jewelry)
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Object number
- 2016.174.3
- Restrictions & Rights
- © Estate of Art Smith