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Asher B. Durand
(American, 1796 – 1886)
Brush - round
ca. 1870-1890
Place madeUnited States, North America
Stained wood, bristles, metal
Overall: 8 1/8 x 1/4 in. (20.6 x 0.6 cm)
Gift of Nora Durand Woodman
1932.237b.95
Devoe did not begin making brushes until the late 1870s. The company became F.W. Devoe & C.T. Raynolds in 1890.
DescriptionReddish-brown, stained/lacquered wood handle, tapers slightly to end. Conical, rusted metal ferrule. Chestnut colored bristles.ClassificationsARTISTS' TOOLS & EQUIPMENT