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Finial

Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

ca. 1800

GUSN

GUSN-495

Description

Urn above a reel with a squat acorn on top. Rather heavy in proportions. White (possibly gray) paint. Originally toenailed into the fencepost. Broken base.

Details

Descriptive Terms

finials
painting (coating)
softwood
Softwood
Painted
FINIAL

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

19 x 6.25 x 6.25 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1937.226AB

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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