Manufactured by
Unidentified
Owned by
Acacia Historical Arts International, Inc., American, founded 1989
Date
mid 19th-mid 20th century
Medium
wood and metal
Dimensions
H x W x D: 54 1/2 × 1 1/4 × 1 1/4 in. (138.4 × 3.1 × 3.1 cm)
Description
A wooden handle. The handle is elongated and has a rounded shaft that slightly widens at the base. The top of the handle is rounded. There is a large chip missing from the side of the handle near the top. Attached to the bottom of the handle is a black, metal cap that tapers slightly at the bottom. The cap is rusted and hollow.
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Tools and Equipment
Type
handles
Topic
Agriculture
Labor
Slavery
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2017.108.23.91
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5198a3fb6-a5bc-4f74-b4a9-ca9809adfa28

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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