American Art Gorget (neck defense, armor) Made in United States, North and Central Americaor England, Europe c. 1745-52 Artist/maker unknown, American or English. Owned by Robert Strettell, Mayor of Philadelphia 1751 - 1752. Brass with engraved decoration * Gallery 109, American Art, first floor 1991-75-14 Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth W. Dougherty in memory of Elizabeth Sutro Bendiner, 1991 |
LabelRobert Strettell, mayor of Philadelphia from 1751 to 1752, owned this gorget.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
