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Designed For Another Age

Decorative Arts From Newport Mansions
March 20 - May 4, 1980

Introduction

Selected Objects

A ceramic bowl ornamented with a vibrant, bustling cityscape including buildings, figures, and boats in vivid colors and fine details.

Unknown Maker, Chinese

Punch Bowl with Cantonese Hongs
No Image Available

George H. Chinnock

The Great American Centennial Exhibition Puzzle Blocks
No Image Available

Unknown Maker, American

Shirtwaist
No Image Available

Unknown Maker, French

Cap
No Image Available

Eveline V. Maydell

Portrait of Mrs. Harold Brown with bust of Mme. Recamier
No Image Available

Unknown Maker, French

Rug

C. Hamilton

Palemon and Lavinia
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