Name/Title
Rolling PinEntry/Object ID
2012.158.002Description
Wooden, possibly maple, rolling pin with handles on either end. Appears to be a worn or burned spot near one end.Context
Rolling pins are perhaps the earliest known kitchen baking utensils, documented in the hand of a baker in a 17th century illustration, although the concept may go back to ancient times. That 1600s image depicted a basic design that has not altered much in hundreds of years. The best and most popular wood for rolling pins was maple. These pins resisted moisture and cracking and were less likely to absorb ingredients and become stinky and unsanitary. Rolling pins along with potato mashers were popular wedding gifts. Kitchen Collectibles by Linda Franklin describes it as having separate turned handles and an axle rodCollection
Wildwood Historic Center [primary collection]Acquisition
Accession
2012.158Source or Donor
158 Mrs. Richard BlobaumAcquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Pin, RollingNomenclature Sub-Class
Food Preparation EquipmentNomenclature Class
Food Processing & Preparation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for MaterialsDimensions
Dimension Description
Largest areaLength
17 inDiameter
2-1/8 inCircumference
7-1/4 inLocation
Shelf
ShelvesWall
East WallRoom
PantryFloor
First FloorBuilding
Wildwood House