Name/TitleRiver
About this objectAlso known as a 'froe', this was used for splitting timber lengthways, e.g. for hurdles. It consists of a handle to which is fixed a wedge shaped blade, the sharp edge facing at right angles and away from the handle.
Medium and MaterialsHandle: Wood
Blade: Iron
MeasurementsHandle length: 371mm
Handle diameter: 40mm
Blade length: 280mm
Blade width: 55mm
Object numberSTMEA:79.A.44.5
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
