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Bayard Taylor cane, 1858

 Item — tube: 5
Identifier: HC.MC.950.325.04.019

Scope and Contents

A metal-tipped cane cut by Bayard Taylor in Greece. Given to John Greenleaf Whittier in 1858, to Abby Newhall in 1859, to Francis B. Gummere in 1909, and to Richard M. Gummere in 1932.

Dates

  • Creation: 1858

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of Richard M. Gummere in 1955.

Dimensions

41-1/2 inches long with 7/8-inch diameter

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