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2016-348, Plane
Cornice Plane, Ogee / Reverse Ogee (NC-721)
2016-348, Plane

Cornice Plane, Ogee / Reverse Ogee (NC-721)

Dateca. 1753-1784
Maker Cesar Chelor
OriginAmerica, Massachusetts, Wrentham
MediumWood, iron, and steel
DimensionsLength: 13 1/8" Height: 2 7/8" Thickness: 4 3/8"
Credit LineBequest of David V. Englund
Object number2016-348
DescriptionPlane of large rectangular shape with an ogee step that protrudes down to form a 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 gouge cuts on the step. Fitted with a sharpened iron and round-topped wedge. Forestock is pierced to receive a traverse stick, which has been secured in place, for pulling the plane while it is being pushed.
MarkingsCE*CHELOR / LIVING*IN / WRENTHAM