Stickware egg darner on painted handle

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Stickware egg darner on painted handle

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.30

Description

Classic large stickware egg on green painted handle with floral designs. Egg made of light-colored wood in two alternating shades. Heavy signs of wear throughout. Heavy shine towards handle on egg, no shine at top due to use. Handle has chipping throughout, but floral pattern is still visible. Handle finishes in angular knop.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

darning eggs

Material

Wood

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: p. 63 (plate 92) in "Darn It!"