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Objekt 6

Oval copper form in the shape of a melon

Description

Copper molds in the shape of a halved melon were among the popular models in the 19th century. Melons were precious fruits imported from southern regions or grown in greenhouses. The melon shaped baking mold was used to bake a sweet dough, but it did not contain anything of a melon.

Object description

19. Century

Copper sheet, pressed, chased, inside tinned

Gift of the community of heirs of Dr. Max Hartmann, Langnau im Emmental

2021.279.

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