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Knob

Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

ca. 1727

GUSN

GUSN-504

Description

Perhaps a newel post, or staircase finish. White paint over red. Dowel below for attaching it.

Details

Descriptive Terms

knobs (handles)
painting (coating)
softwood
Softwood
Painted
KNOB

Associated Building

Original To Rev. Ebenezer Gay House,

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

9 (H), 10 (diameter) (inches)

Accession Number

1969.113

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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