Souvenir Wheelbarrow

DistributorDistributed by G. Fox and Co. American, founded 1847

Date1947

MediumWood

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 1/8 x 3 x 7 5/8in. (5.4 x 7.6 x 19.4cm)

ClassificationsCommercial Objects

Credit LineGift of G. Fox & Co.

DescriptionA small wooden wheelbarrow souvenir. The base of the wheelbarrow is a single flat piece of wood with two carved handles, and a wooden wheel attached at the front with a wooden pin. There are two small wooden dowels used as legs attached near the handles. A wood platform appears to be nailed to the base forming the bed of the wheelbarrow. A piece of wood set into the base of the wheelbarrow near the wheel has been broken off; this appears to be part of the piece that formed the front side of the wheelbarrow.

Object number1949.2.13

NotesUse note: The small wooden wheelbarrow was used as a party favor at the 100th Anniversary of G. Fox & Co. at the Moses Fox Club Dinner for employees in 1947. It can be seen on the table in a photograph from the event, and appears to have held a small box with a ribbon. (Lee 6/20/07)

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