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Chinese Exhibit Wall Case

Vintage cast iron clothes iron with wooden handle.

Chinese-style clothes iron with turned wood handle, top opens to receive hot coals; c. 1865-1900

Natural bamboo brush for cleaning
Traditional African whisk broom made from natural fibers.

Chinese laundry brush, natural fiber base and bristles with handle made of vegetable fibers; undated
Donated by Donalda Cross

Antique dark ceramic jug with Chinese label

Traditional Chinese wine jug. Shipped from Hong Kong, imported by merchant in San Francisco; late 19th century
Donated by John Jung

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