Collection Highlights
Shrewsbury River, New Jersey
1859
S-229
Oil on canvas
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Butter mold
Object name
Butter mold
Date
ca. 1825-1875
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
Overall: 6 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. ( 16.5 x 14 cm )
Description
Turned treenware butter mold composed of a plunger handle which attaches to a circular base and pierces a dome-shape cover; the underside of the base is carved with a pine cone and two acorns.
Object Number
INV.1022
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
