Brush Hook

Name/Title

Brush Hook

Entry/Object ID

2002.003.20

Description

One completely hand made brush hook with wrought iron blade, blade attachment hardware and wooden handle. Blade or hook is "S" shaped

Context

A brush hook, or brush ax, was used to clear brush from an area.

Made/Created

Date made

1780 - 1840

Lexicon

Search Terms

Clearing Land

Dimensions

Width

13-3/8 in

Depth

1-3/4 in

Length

38 in

Material

Wood, Wrought-iron