Burin

Object/Artifact

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Kentucky State Parks

Name/Title

Burin

Entry/Object ID

JJA.1986.1

Description

This is a burin used for engraving. The burin has a rounded handle to fit the palm of the hand. The metal shaft has been stamped with "Vautier" to the right of the image of a pipe near the handle. The number 43 has been stamped on the other side of the shaft. The number 20 has been carved into the top of the handle, with the number 43 applied over this in red paint.

Collection

Louis Nussmeier Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1890 - 1910

Notes

Date: ca. 1900

Lexicon

Search Terms

* T&E For Materials, Engraving tools

Dimensions

Height

5-3/16 in

Width

1-1/4 in

Depth

13/16 in

Material

Wood, Steel, Brass