Gorham Manufacturing Company
Crumber

CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Crumber
Datec. 1869–1875
Made inProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
MediumSilver
Dimensions13 3/4 × 2 5/8 × 3/4 in. (34.9 × 6.6 × 1.9 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, bequest of Mary Beth Baird
Object numberB.2004.27
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Metals Study Room
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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionAlso called a crumb knife or crumb scraper, this utensil’s purpose was to remove food particles from the tablecloth, especially before dessert was served.
ProvenanceMary Beth Baird, Austin; Estate of Mary Beth Baird; given to MFAH, 2004.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
There is a monogram on the handle: MMC
Stamped underside of handle: Patent 1868 / Sterling

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