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Butter mold

Butter mold
Object name 
Butter mold
Date 
ca. 1825-1875
Related People 
Possible Source: Elie Nadelman
Medium 
Wood
Dimensions 
Overall: 5 x 4 1/4 in. ( 12.7 x 10.8 cm )
Description 
Turned treenware butter mold of baluster handle extending into circular base with carved stylized tulip pattern on the reverse; covered with dark brown varnish.
Object Number 
INV.1034
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group