Relics of the American West: 1850-1920
Lot 2072:
Description
This collection is a remarkable assembly of ethnographic or pioneer-era utility items, likely dating from the 19th to early 20th century. The group features a hand-turned or hewn wooden bowl, a deep-welled rustic scoop, and a notably long-handled ladle with a carved grip. Most intriguing are the two curved adze handles, which show the characteristic “L” shape required for mounting metal blades for woodworking, alongside a primitive wooden comb or “carding” tool used for fiber processing. These pieces appear to be crafted from various hardwoods, displaying the tool marks and organic symmetry typical of self-sufficient rural craftsmanship. The items show significant signs of age and utilitarian use, including darkening of the wood (patina), minor drying cracks, surface abrasions, and some chipping around the edges of the scoops and comb teeth, all of which confirm their authentic history. Bowl: H 3″, W 8.25″, D 8.25″. Scoop: H 3″, W 5.5″, D 9″. Ladle: H 3.5″, W 3.5″, D 17.5″. Comb: H 1″, W 2.5″, D 10″. Adze Handles: H 5″, W 1.5″, D 13″. Please see photos for condition.
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