Plaque
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
MakerMade by
Jason Walker
(American)
Date1858
MediumEngraved brass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 2 3/16 x 3 5/8in. (5.6 x 9.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionRectangular brass plaque, oriented horizontally. A half-circular cutout has been removed from each corner of the rectangle. There is a small screwhole in the top and bottom corners of the plaque; the top left hole is plugged with a dried putty-like substance. A border of double dashed lines outlines the plaque, with a foliate border just inside the double lines. The middle of the plaque is engraved with the words, "A. WALKER/ [an additional line of foliage]/ MAGICIAN AND/ VENTRILOQUIST".
Object number2007.4.1.38
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