Name/Title
TowhookDescription
Towhook was attached to a long rope slipped over the edge of an ice sheet to hold it against the tide or tow it towards the foot of the elevator. Also referred to as a "Hauling Ice Dog." Used to move and haul heavy blocks of ice.Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
American, unknownRole
BlacksmithTime Period
19th CenturyPlace
Region
NortheastContinent
North AmericaNotes
Standard equipment for the local ice industry along the Kennebec River and elsewhere in Northeast.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Dimensions
Width
32 cmDepth
22 cmLength
53 cmCondition
Overall Condition
Very Good