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2016-254, Plane
Cornice Plane, Reverse Ogee / Ogee (NC-718)
2016-254, Plane

Cornice Plane, Reverse Ogee / Ogee (NC-718)

Dateca. 1720-1753
Maker Francis Nicholson
MediumWood, iron, and steel
DimensionsLength: 13" Height: 2 5/8" Thickness: 4 1/8"
Credit LineBequest of David V. Englund
Object number2016-254
DescriptionPlane of large rectangular shape with an integral fence and top discharge. The tote, which has a decorative bisectional top, is offset to the right, and sits in a mortise behind the throat secured with a nail. The top and side edges have flat chamfers that terminate with lamb’s tongue cuts. Fitted with a sharpened iron and a round-topped wedge.
MarkingsF*NICHOLSON / LIVING*IN / WRENTHAM

On toe: " NW," incuse