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Name/TitleHay Rake

About this objectRake, composed of 14 tines. The handle is broken off short. There are two twisted braces from 11 inches up to the handle to 8 1/2 inches from the centre of the head. Traces of red paint on the head.

The rake was used by the donor's father until 1945 and by the donor until 1952.

Medium and MaterialsAsh
Tines: Iron

MeasurementsHead: 3 feet 4 1/2 inches
Tines: 10 inches (through head) projecting 8 1/2 inches

Object numberSTMEA:A.5169

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)

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