Gouge

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About this item

This gouge belonged to Captain Caleb Clapp (1752-1812) of Greenfield, Massachusetts. It is used to cut grooves or holes in wood. Clapp was a soldier in the American Revolution and a well-known merchant in Greenfield.

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Details

Item typeTools & Equipment
Woodworking
CreatorMoore, Robert
Datecirca 1770
PlaceGreenfield, Massachusetts
TopicArt, Music, Literature, Crafts
Industry, Occupation, Work
Science, Technology
EraRevolutionary America, 1763–1783
MaterialWood; Metal
Process/FormatWoodworking; Metalworking
Dimension detailsLength: 8.75 in
Catalog #MH.405b
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Moore, Robert. Gouge. ca. 1770. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/mh-405b/. Accessed on December 3, 2024.

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