Manufacturer

Unidentified maker

Material

iron
wood

Dimensions

Overall: 6 1/4 x 10 x 6 1/4 in. ( 15.9 x 25.4 x 15.9 cm )

Creation Date

circa 1869

Description

Chopper with iron (possibly steel) shaft and blades, and turned wood handle; blades arranged in such a fashion as to cut apple or other fruit in six sections.

Marks/Inscription

stamped: on handle: "PATENTED APR. 7. 1869"

Provenance

Collection of New-York Historical Society

Kitchen Artifact ID

1480