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Of oblong wood form with one end broader than the other. The narrow end is pierced for hanging, and the side is incised with an inscription.
ironing boards
pine (wood)
pine (wood)
Pine
BOARD, IRONING
Carved on the edge is: SARAH FRENCH 1744/RF.
Original to Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm (Newbury, Mass.),
Unknown
17.5 x 4 x 0.75 (HxWxD) (inches)
Bequest of Amelia W. Little
1986.771
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