Shooting stick
W. Mills (fl.1836 – 1843)
Category
Wooden objects
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, metal and leather
Measurements
109 mm (Width); 850 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Birmingham
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 20003
Summary
Shooting stick with metal spiked end, wooden shaft and two stirrup-shaped handles with remains of leather binding. Circular fitting below base of handles: THIS SIDE UP/W.MILLS LTD/BIRMINGHAM.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Marks and inscriptions
THIS SIDE UP/ W. MILLS MUNITION LTD / BIRMINGHAM (at base of handles)
Makers and roles
W. Mills (fl.1836 – 1843)