Manufacturer

Unidentified maker

Material

wood

Dimensions

Overall: 5 x 4 1/4 in. ( 12.7 x 10.8 cm )

Creation Date

circa 1825 – 1875

Description

Turned treenware butter mold of baluster handle extending into circular base with carved stylized tulip pattern on the reverse; covered with dark brown varnish.

Provenance

Collection of New-York Historical Society

Kitchen Artifact ID

INV.1034