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Tool (for needlework) (Basket)
A. Marion Hornet
1852
Category
Tools
Creator/Artist/Maker
A. Marion Hornet (Maker)
Place of Origin
Probably United States; Probably North America
Materials
- Ivory (elephant)
- Wood
- Brass
- Cotton
- Ink
Museum Object Number
2011.0051.113
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Davison B. Hawthorne
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Complete Details
Object Number
2011.0051.113
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Basket)
Category
Tools
Creator (Role)
A. Marion Hornet (Maker)
Place of Origin
Probably United States; Probably North America
Date
1852
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Underside of basket
Inscription: A MARION HORNET / 1852 / With fondest regard / all to my Aunt / SARAH
Mark/Signature: Yes
Subject(s)
- Scrimshaw
Materials
- Ivory (elephant)
- Wood
- Brass
- Cotton
- Ink
Techniques
- Carved
- Incised
- Woven
Dimensions (inches)
4 (H) x 3.8 (W) x 3.7 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
10 (H) x 9.7 (W) x 9.5 (D)
Measurement Notes
Overall height includes height of handle, erect.