Jointer's planes
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 2 in. ( 8.9 x 27.3 x 5.1 cm )
Description:
Molded brass jointer's plane composed of a rectangular stock with a flat sole perforated by a slit that functions as a blade; the hollow stock catches the shavings and has a brass crosspiece that holds a wooden wedge in place; handle is in the shape of dragon's head.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman, 1937
Object Number:
Z.175
Marks:
hand written: paper collector's label found with plane: "Nadelman #23"
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
38439
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Tobacco shredder/nutmeg grater
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1675-1775
Medium:
Wood, iron
Dimensions:
Overall: 5/8 × 1 5/8 × 4 3/4 in. (1.6 × 4.1 × 12.1 cm)
Description:
Wood nutmeg grater; chip carved on sides and vase of tulips carved on lid; lid hinges on an iron pin at base and covers the pierced sheet iron grater.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman, 1937
Object Number:
INV.746
Inscriptions:
hand-written: collector's label affixed to reverse: "440.....[illegible]"
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1775
eMuseum Object ID:
38357
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Scoop
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
ca. 1750-1850
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/2 x 4 x 2 1/2 in. ( 21.6 x 10.2 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Carved treenware scoop with oblong bowl and tapered cylindrical handle.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1584
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1850
eMuseum Object ID:
38352
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Oil lamp base
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1848-1854
Medium:
Pewter, iron, tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 3 7/8 in. ( 10.2 x 9.8 cm )
Description:
Stepped, bell-shaped reservoir with flat circular base, reeded inside of mouth and scrolling handle; missing burner.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1527
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1854
eMuseum Object ID:
38296
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Lard lamps on stand
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1700-1800
Medium:
Iron, copper
Dimensions:
Overall: 18 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 6 in. ( 46 x 13.3 x 15.2 cm )
Description:
Iron tripod stand that holds two opposing fat lamp pans; spring holds the lamps at various heights desired; the central rod is looped at the end for carrying and hanging.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1507
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1800
eMuseum Object ID:
38288
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Sconce
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1780-1820
Medium:
Iron, tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 3/8 x 9 3/8 x 7 1/4 in. ( 23.8 x 23.8 x 18.4 cm )
Description:
Circular tinned and painted sheet iron sconce with faceted tin reflector; separate sheet iron candlesocket with circular bobeche with wavy edge.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.931ab
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1820
eMuseum Object ID:
38287
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Double wick oil lamp on stand
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1830-1870
Medium:
Tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 15 x 7 x 5 in. ( 38.1 x 17.8 x 12.7 cm )
Description:
Cylindrical font, three burners, on gyroscope stand of sheet tin; supported by beige wooden stand.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1566
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1870
eMuseum Object ID:
38286
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Adjustible chamber candlestick
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1780-1830
Medium:
Tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 x 8 1/4 in. ( 12.7 x 21 cm )
Description:
Large tin chamberstick with dish base; cylindrical shaft with slide and top with rim bobeche; handle is of the ring variety; missing snuffer.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.1493a
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1830
eMuseum Object ID:
38283
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Footstool
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1800-1900
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 1/2 x 11 1/2 x 6 in. ( 16.5 x 29.2 x 15.2 cm )
Description:
Wooden footstool with rectangular platform supported by four octagonal splayed legs; platform with molded edges pierced with 5 inch slot at center.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman, 1937
Object Number:
INV.6429
Marks:
written: in ink on label on underside of footstool: "393/Amer"
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1900
eMuseum Object ID:
38233
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Sconce
Collections:
Classification:
Date:
1780-1820
Medium:
Iron, tin
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 3/8 x 9 3/8 x 7 1/4 in. ( 23.8 x 23.8 x 18.4 cm )
Description:
Circular tinned and painted sheet iron sconce with faceted tin reflector; separate sheet iron candlesocket with circular bobeche with wavy edge.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
Object Number:
1937.931a
Gallery Label:
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
Provenance:
The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1820
eMuseum Object ID:
38213
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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