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Plane

1700s

Europe, 18th century

Medium
wood
Measurements
Overall: 5.1 x 7.3 x 2.9 cm (2 x 2 7/8 x 1 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Anonymous gift in memory of Dr. Dudley P. Allen 1925.755
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Location
Not on view
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A dark-brown wooden block with a rounded hull features a central cavity holding a slanted wooden wedge. A dull yellow brass plate reinforces the base, while a matching plate is pinned to the side with three dark rivets. The wood is polished smooth with rounded corners and fine scratches showing age. The wedge tapers into a notched head that extends upward, its warm tones contrasting with the neutral gray background.

Plane

1700s

Europe, 18th century

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