Name/Title
BellowsEntry/Object ID
2014.35.1Description
This is a fireplace bellows that is made of carved wood, metal, and leather. The front side of the bellows is delicately hand-carved to resemble the face of a man with acanthus leaf designs stemming outward around the face. The back side is also carved with an open circular hole in the center, surrounded by curved lines that spiral outward, with a decorative border around the edges.
The handles of the bellows are also carved, with a tapered shape and beveled, bulbous areas at the top for grasping. The back handle has a small double rectangular strap attached, which is most likely used for hanging the object. The spout on the end of the bellows is curved and slightly tapered, with a slightly split opening.
The leather is tanned and slightly worn and is attached to the wooden carved pieces with metal nails that have developed a slight blue patina around the outer edges. The wood and leather are varying shades of dark brown overall.Context
Made by Albert H. Whittekind in Winooski, Vermont. Used in the home, "The Pinnacle", on Lake Champlain.Acquisition
Accession
2014.35Source or Donor
Patrick, Harriet Stone, Serrell, Edward A., Serrell, KarenAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
In memory of Paul Heald, S. Burlington, VT.Made/Created
Artist
Whittekind, Albert H. (1859-1943)Date made
circa 1890Place
City
WinooskiCounty
Chittenden CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
BellowsNomenclature Sub-Class
Heating Equipment AccessoriesNomenclature Class
Temperature Control EquipmentNomenclature Category
Category 02: FurnishingsDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallHeight
3-1/2 inWidth
8 inLength
31 inMaterial
Wood, Leather, MetalRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Whittekind, Albert H. (1859-1943)