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Korean Brass Vase
Artifact IDMO 1943.148.15
Object Type
Vase
Maker
Unknown
Gifter
Louise Yim Hahn
Mediumbrass, copper alloy
Dimensionsoverall H 7 3/8 in x W 9 in x D 9 1/2 in (18.7 cm x 22.9 cm x 24.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA cast vase made of Korean brass with Hexagon-shaped riveted handles at the sides. The exterior surface is engraved with floral, swirls, and yin/yang designs. Inscribed around the top rim: President and Mrs. Roosevelt From Louise Yim Hahn, Seoul, Korea. The vase rests on a separate piece of circular leather.Historical NoteThis vase was given to Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt by Louise Yim Hahn of Seoul, Korea. It is on display in FDR'S PRIVATE STUDY in the Permanent Exhibit.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDeposited at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by Franklin D. Roosevelt. It was donated as a bequest of FDR to the Library in 1947.
Credit LineEstate of Franklin D. Roosevelt
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPersonal Possessions of the Roosevelt Family (National Archives Identifier 782689)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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