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Tool (for wood) (Mortise chisel)
James Cam
Category
Tools
Creator/Artist/Maker
James Cam (Maker)
Place of Origin
Sheffield; South Yorkshire; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Iron
- Steel
- Wood
Museum Object Number
1995.0006.025
Credit Line/Donor
The Alexander Forbes Tool Collection
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Object Number
1995.0006.025
Object Name
Tool (for wood) (Mortise chisel)
Category
Tools - The Alexander Forbes Tool Collection
Creator (Role)
James Cam (Maker)
Place of Origin
Sheffield; South Yorkshire; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: On blade
Inscription: "JAMES · CAM" stamped incuse.
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Iron
- Steel
- Wood
Dimensions (inches)
1.1 (H) x 1.5 (W) x 12.7 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
2.9 (H) x 3.9 (W) x 32.2 (L)
Measurement Notes
Blade length is 17.0cm.
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Goodman, W. L. 1968 British Plane Makers from 1700.
• For reference to James Cam, see page 168.Book: Salaman, Raphael Arthur. 1990 Dictionary of Woodworking Tools c. 1700 -1970 and tools of allied trades.
• For a description of mortise chisels, see page 141.