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Fireplace Shovel

Object/Artifact

One cast iron shovel with a flared head and round handle which has a brass finial. The finial is a draped vase-like shape with the neck culminating in a flame-like shape. This piece is Colonial Revival and represents a period from 1780-1820.

2003.001.8

Genesee Country Village and Museum

1780 - 1820

8 in

The length is for the shovel. The length of the brass finial is 4.375.

Cast iron

Brass

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