Balls
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
MakerMade by
Albert G. Walker
(American, 1836 - 1902)
Date1858
MediumWood and black paint
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (approximate diameter of each ball): 1 1/4in. (3.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2007.4.1.30a,b
DescriptionTwo small wooden balls covered with black paint. The balls are not perfectly spherical; the top and bottom of each ball are slightly rough and have an indentation, where they may have been gripped while being turned. Ball .b has a few thin spots in the paint, where you can catch glimpses of the light colored wood underneath.
Status
On view
