Tripod

AssociationAssociated with Casa San Ysidro

Dateyear unknown

Mediumcast iron

Dimensionsopen: 49 × 37 × 34 in. (124.5 × 94 × 86.4 cm)
closed: 44 1/2 × 7 1/4 × 4 1/2 in. (113 × 18.4 × 11.4 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1995 General Obligation Bonds

Object numberPC1998.27.2

DescriptionThis tripod is constructed of iron or steel and features three folding legs and a hanging chain in the center, with a hook to support a cauldron over a fire. The three legs are riveted to the top of the tool. Largely utilized to heat food when cooking, the tripod has significant rusting, symbolizing its usage over time.

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