CYPRESS KNEE

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays two irregularly shaped pieces of wood with rich, natural textures placed side by side on a neutral surface. The wood pieces, each tagged with small labels, exhibit organic contours and varied grain patterns that suggest they might have been shaped by natural forces. Positioned parallel to one of the wood pieces is a metal ruler, which provides a sense of scale, indicating that the pieces are approximately 15 centimeters long. The image captures the rustic aesthetic of these wooden forms, highlighting their intriguing patterns and warm tones.

The image displays two irregularly shaped pieces of wood with rich, natural textures placed side by side on a neutral surface. The wood pieces, each tagged with small labels, exhibit organic contours and varied grain patterns that suggest they might have been shaped by natural forces. Positioned parallel to one of the wood pieces is a metal ruler, which provides a sense of scale, indicating that the pieces are approximately 15 centimeters long. The image captures the rustic aesthetic of these wooden forms, highlighting their intriguing patterns and warm tones.

Name/Title

CYPRESS KNEE

Entry/Object ID

609/14440

Description

Two roots

Ethnography

Cultural Region

State/Province

Florida

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

CYPRESS KNEE

Parts

Count

1

Material

CYPRESS ROOT

Condition

Overall Condition

Good