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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 1/2 x 3 in. ( 14 x 7.6 cm )
Description 
Turned treenware butter mold with cylindrical handle attached to circular base with six-pointed star and six leaves carved into reverse; covered with dark brown varnish.
Object Number 
INV.1016
Marks 
Nadelman, Elie: possible source
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.