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On Display: House - Shaker Dwelling Room
Measuring stick
Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
1848
Description
A Shaker craftsman, most likely in the Shaker community in New Lebanon, New York, made this tailoring ruler in 1848. This 36-inch ruler is made of maple and retains its original chrome yellow paint. The hole at one end was designed so the ruler could be hung on a peg when not in use. The year "1848” is inscribed very faintly near the peg hole on one side.
Category
Tools
Creator/Artist/Maker
Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community (Probable maker)
Place of Origin
New Lebanon; New York; Columbia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Maple
Museum Object Number
2026.0004.010 A, B
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Anonymous Donors
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Complete Details
Object Number
2026.0004.010 A, B
Object Name
Measuring stick
Category
Tools
Creator (Role)
Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community (Probable maker)
Place of Origin
New Lebanon; New York; Columbia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1848
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: near peg hole
Inscription: 1848
Mark/Signature: No
Subject(s)
- Shaker
Materials
- Maple
Dimensions (inches)
3.5 (W) x 36 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
8.89 (W) x 91.44 (L)
Measurement Notes
Width measurement is of widest point