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Conservation Photograph
Drum Beater
Conservation Photograph

Drum Beater

Date1750-1850
OriginEngland
MediumHandle: Probably Sycamore. Beater: Cotton wrapped in leather.
DimensionsOverall length: 11"; diameter at head: 2 1/4"; diameter of handle: 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1960-844
DescriptionCylindrical handle with turnings at end and in middle; hole at end to receive hanging string; beater composed of wad of cotton bound in leather and tied to end of handle.Mark(s)None foundProvenanceNot known.
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