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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: 4 1/2 in. ( 11.4 cm )
Description 
Turned treenware butter mold with a baluster shaped handle and circular base carved with a cow standing on grass beneath a tree.
Object Number 
INV.1033
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.