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Paint brush box, used by Bob Ross

Object Details

Description (Brief)
Ammunition box, converted by artist Bob Ross into a container for his supplies.
Bob Ross (1942-1995) hosted the television program The Joy of Painting from 1983 -1994.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Associated Name
Ross, Bob
Credit Line
Bob Ross Inc.
Physical Description
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 7 1/2 in x 3 1/2 in x 10 in; 19.05 cm x 8.89 cm x 25.4 cm
Object Name
box, paint brushes
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