Set of large enameled eggs

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Set of large enameled eggs

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.141

Description

Two large black enameled eggs on bulbous handles with pointed hat at ends of handles. Both have an annular knop at bottom of the egg. One darner has curious brown, yellow, and red color inconsistencies throughout.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

darning eggs

Dimensions

Height

15.5 cm

Parts

Count

2

Parts

Two large black enameled eggs on handles.

Material

Enamel

Color

Black

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: p. 35 in "Darn It!"