Hem measuring stick

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Hem measuring stick

Entry/Object ID

2018.1.4

Description

Unsigned wooden hem measuring stick with some one-inch marks notched into the wood, and a carved handle at the top. Towards the bottom the wood has a red tint or stain. Finish almost completely worn off.

Collection

Glee Krueger Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2018.1

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown maker

Time Period

19th Century

Place

City

Unknown place of origin

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

rulers (measuring devices)

Dimensions

Height

1.5 cm

Width

70.7 cm

Material

Wood

Color

Brown

Location

Room

Studio