Casting Tree of Jaw Harps

Description:

Cast pattern "tree" or cluster of eight jaw harp frames of different sizes and shapes, including a heart shape and a guitar or violin shape. Circular sprue at one end; four gates on both sides of runner. Condition when removed from mold; unfiled edges and rough finish. No marks.

Date Made: 1800 - 1900

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United States

See more items in: Home and Community Life: Domestic Life, Domestic Furnishings

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Credit Line: Gift of John Paul Remensnyder

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1978.0939.026Accession Number: 1978.0939Catalog Number: 1978.0939.026

Object Name: harp, jawpattern tree

Physical Description: brass (overall material)Measurements: overall: 1 5/8 in x 13 1/2 in x 7 5/8 in; 4.1275 cm x 34.29 cm x 19.3675 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a1-0626-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_309537

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