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Objekt 7

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

2021.270.

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