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Vintage Bean Beater, Natural Wood Branch, Japanese, Mid-20th Century

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Vintage Bean Beater, natural wood branch, Japanese, mid-20th century A natural branch shaped like a wishbone. A kitchen tool to shuck beans by "beating" or pounding on them. Mounted on a steel plate.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Wood,Carved,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Japan
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GU-JP02231stDibs: LU1778223089022
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