Broom

Object/Artifact

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Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Broom

Entry/Object ID

PM.65.828

Description

Broom whittled from solid piece of ash: tied with straw; hole in handle for thong.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Notes

Dates: 1700 - 1799 Date made: r. 1700 - 1799

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

PCR 6832
# 176

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Length

41-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 41 1/2 in. (105.4 cm)

Material

ash, Straw

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Broom splints are curled up on ends from setting on the floor.

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Philipsburg Manor, Second Bedchamber/NW