Music box ashtray, metal and glass, with lid decorated with owl figurine.

Item — Box: 52

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains a wide variety of realia from Rice University's history, including a variety of jewelry pieces, clothing, athletics-related materials, and various other objects.

Dates

Creation: 1912 - 2022

Creator

From the Collection: Rice University. (Organization)

Access Restrictions

This material is available for research.

Conditions Governing Access

Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.

Extent

From the Collection: 191 Linear Feet (178 boxes plus oversize items)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

General

Round metal bowl and lid on wood ball feet, approx. 7.5" diameter x 5" tall, containing a music box that is functional. The bowl holds a glass ashtray. The lid has a metal owl figurine with graduation cap affixed to the top. The metal is very thin and light, possibly aluminum, and is finished in various shades of greenish blue, with gray stripes and stippling. The bottom appears to be brass. There are no markings indicating manufacturer or date. There is no information regarding original owner or donor. The item is loose in the box.