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Tool (for wood) (Molding plane)
John Lindenberger
1786-1817
Category
Tools
Creator/Artist/Maker
John Lindenberger (Maker)
Place of Origin
Providence; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Materials
- Wood
- Iron
- Steel
Museum Object Number
1975.0267.029
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase with funds provided by the Claneil Foundation
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Object Number
1975.0267.029
Object Name
Tool (for wood) (Molding plane)
Category
Tools
Creator (Role)
John Lindenberger (Maker)
Place of Origin
Providence; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Date
1786-1817
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: Toe
Inscription: "O · D" set within a serrated rectangular border.
Type: Mark
Location: Toe
Inscription: "I: LINDENBERGER" set within a serrated rectangular border, "LINDENBERGER" is italicized.
Type: Mark
Location: Heel
Inscription: "3/8" stamped incuse.
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Iron
- Steel
Dimensions (inches)
5.8 (H) x 1.4 (W) x 10 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
14.7 (H) x 3.5 (W) x 25.3 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements above are for overall assembled plane. The height of the stock is 8.5cm. The wedge measurements are: L: 17.6cm, W: 2.6cm, H: 0.7cm. The blade measurements are: L: 19.5cm, W: 1.7cm, H: 0.3cm.
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Salaman, Raphael Arthur. 1990 Dictionary of Woodworking Tools c. 1700 -1970 and tools of allied trades.
• For a description of molding planes, see page 338-342.Book: Pollak, Emil & Pollak, Martyl. 2001 A Guide to the Makers of American Wooden Planes.
• For information on John Lindenberger, see page 252-253.