Object Details
- Description (Brief)
- This cross-shaped emblem has a central hole with a rim surrounded by a hose. Various fire fighting instruments are depicted around the hole including a hook and ladder, axe, speaking trumpet, and fire hat. This was not an engine plate, but rather could have been part of a memorial or commemorative display with a photograph in the center hole.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
- maker
- unknown
- date made
- ca 1900-1930
- Credit Line
- Gift of CIGNA Museum and Art Collection
- Physical Description
- brass (overall material)
- bronze (overall material)
- Measurements
- overall: 14 1/8 in x 14 in; 35.8775 cm x 35.56 cm
- Object Name
- plate, fire engine
