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Subject: Drawings


Drawing of a Stained Glass Window by J. M. Kase & Co. Drawing of a Stained Glass Window by J. M. Kase & Co.

A drawing depicting a stained glass window, executed by J. M. Kase & Co. The drawing notes that it was a gift from Aaron and Oscar Straus, founders of Macy's. The drawing is undated, but based on contextual information, it likely dates from the early to mid-20th century. The work's geographic context is Reading, Pennsylvania.

Ink Sketch of Moses Levy Ink Sketch of Moses Levy

Ink sketch of Moses Levy (1704-1792), a prominent merchant and trader in Newport, Rhode Island and New York, New York. The sketch, possibly a preparatory work for a miniature painting, is signed by Robert Smith and dated circa 1760-1800. Levy was involved in the African slave trade and was a benefactor of Touro Synagogue.