Created by
King, John A., American
Date
mid 18th to mid 19th century
Medium
wood with iron
Dimensions
H x W x D: 5 3/4 × 9 3/8 × 1 1/4 in. (14.6 × 23.8 × 3.1 cm)
Description
A wooden molder with iron blade. In relief on end of molding blade is [W.BUTC]. There are minor spot stains throughout, and there is evidence of older dents, abrasions, and scratches. The front proper right of the stock is lightly worn from handling, exposing the lighter color of the wood substrate.
Collection title
Richard DeAvila / Cesar Chelor Collection
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Tools and Equipment
Type
planes (tools)
Topic
Building Arts
Craftsmanship
Free communities of color
Skilled labor
Slavery
U.S. History, Colonial period, 1600-1775
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Thomas Frazier in memory of Richard DeAvila
Object number
A2022.99.1.5
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f7b7650d-62c7-49f1-a5f9-60dd6126e882

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