SAM'S collection

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Covered box

Date18th century

Label TextThe motif of a young pine that decorates every object in this case was particularly appropriate for objects associated with weddings. The young pine denotes long life and conjugal fidelity, since pine needles always fall to the ground in pairs.

Object number34.81.7

Credit LineEugene Fuller Memorial Collection

Dimensions5 1/4 x 7 1/4 x 6 in. (13.34 x 18.42 x 15.24 cm)

MediumLacquer, bronze, and cord

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