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Gambrel
c. 1878Subcollections
Overview
A bow shaped hand carved wooden gambrel with a wide groove in the centre. The ends taper downwards towards the ends which are carved into a hook.
Historical information
The gambrel was used for hanging slaughtered sheep.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS1985.63
Item type
Objects
Material
Wood
Width
38 cm
Height or length
3.5000 cm
Depth
3.5000 cm
Inscriptions and markings
On one side of the gambrel is carved "H*K", "1878" and on the other side is carved "AUG", "UST *7".
Year
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Public location
Last modified
Saturday, 15 August, 2026
Completeness
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
Attribution requirements
Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.
Front view of Gambrel
Back view of Gambrel
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