Whisk broom

Object/Artifact

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Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Whisk broom

Entry/Object ID

PM.65.487

Description

Whisk broom, carved and shaved from solid stick of ash, and tied with (modern) twine.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Notes

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

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

PCR 6857, 6825
BOX 280

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Length

12-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm)

Material

ash, Twine

Condition

Notes

Remarks: 2 3/4" crack on one side; bristles discolored; and leather cracked.

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Philipsburg Manor, Upper Kitchen