Adze

This is an adze, or hoe. It was most probably used for breaking up the earth in Preparation for planting.

Further Information

• Type: Tools, implements
• Object: Adze
• Materials: Wood, Metal
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 242mm x 175mm x 42mm
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.fo

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