Created by
Unidentified
Date
19th or 20th century
Medium
wood
Dimensions
H x W x D: 37 3/8 × 4 3/4 × 1 7/8 in. (95 × 12 × 4.8 cm)
Description
A wooden paddle. The short paddle has a narrow blade only slightly larger than the shaft. The throat and shaft of the paddle are the same diameter and the paddle lacks a pronounced grip.
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Tools and Equipment
Type
paddles (watercraft equipment)
Topic
Africa
American South
Slavery
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2017.108.27.5
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd57839580d-ede3-4f0d-bc40-2f8fb7510214

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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