Collection Highlights
Slave shackles
ca. 1866
1921.20
Steel
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Butter mold
Object name
Butter mold
Date
ca. 1825-1875
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
Overall: 4 1/4 x 6 3/4 x 3 1/2 in. ( 10.8 x 17.1 x 8.9 cm )
Description
Turned treenware butter mold with baluster handle and semi-circular base carved with a standing cow underneath tree.
Object Number
INV.1015
Marks
Nadelman, Elie: possible source
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
