University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database

Object number
52/143
Description
This fork, or 'drag' was used for spreading manure. It is a very heavy specimen. The donor stated that it was also called a 'dung hane'.
Physical description
1 dung fork; metal (iron); good condition
Archival history
MERL 'Catalogue index' card – ‘… // DATE ACQUIRED: // GROUP: // NEGATIVE: // PERIOD: // PLACE OF ORIGIN: // NUMBER: // DESCRIPTION: …‘ The original handle was evidently set at right angles to the tines. //
Object name
Drag, Fork, dung
Material
Metal, iron
Associated subject
CULTIVATING : fertilising
Manure