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Apple parer (without knife)

Apple parer (without knife)
Object name 
Apple parer (without knife)
Date 
ca. 1830-1860
Medium 
Wood, iron
Dimensions 
Overall: 18 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. ( 47 x 14 x 19 cm )
Description 
Apple parer with turned wooden components; screw clamp at base supports angled post atop which turning fork is mounted.
Object Number 
Z.121
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group