Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Mold, Butter |
Catalog Number |
2002.52.4 |
Date |
ca. 1890 |
Material(s) |
Wood; |
Dimensions |
H-5.75 W-5.5 D-3.125 inches |
Description |
This is a rectangular wooden butter mold. It is a simple box with finger joints. The top is secured by steel brads. There is a hole in the top that holds the dowel handle of the rectangular wooden plunger. |
Notes |
Used by Mary Minter Bailey (c. 1890-1975) of Green Hall in Jackson County. It was passed down to Bailey from her mother. She used it to make butter for sale from her home to her neighbors. |
Collection |
Nannie Smith Collection |
People |
Bailey, Mary Minter |
Subjects |
Dairy farming Dairy products Dairying Butter Butter making |
Search Terms |
Kitchen |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |