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Hand Glossing Fiddle

Datemid 20th Century

Object NameFiddle

Mediumwood, felt

ClassificationsGranite Industry

DimensionsOverall: Height: 28.4 cm, Width: 4 cm, Depth: 3 cm

LocationOn Display - Marischal College

Object numberABDMS010458

Keywords

Polishing

About MeThis glossing fiddle was made on the spot by the mason for hand polishing of stone with tin oxide, known as putty powder.

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