Vintage Whisk Broom

This is a vintage whisk broom, a handheld cleaning tool constructed from natural broomcorn fibers (sorghum bicolor). The item features a distinctive conical shape, flaring from a bound neck to a flat sweeping edge. The core materials consist of straw-colored dried plant fibers, which appear structurally sound but show slight fraying at the tips consistent with age and use. The broom is bound near the top with dark, wire-like cordage and features two horizontal rows of turquoise-colored twine stitching across the midsection, which serve to maintain its flat profile and structural integrity. A notable feature is the metallic hardware at the cap: a grey, oxidized metal ferrule (likely steel or tin) that secures the fiber bundle and incorporates a small hanging ring. The metal shows significant patina and surface oxidation, suggesting a mid-20th-century manufacture date. There are no clearly visible maker\'s marks in the image, but the quality of the stitching and the metal cap indicates a commercially produced domestic tool. The condition is fair to good, with visible dust accumulation and some loose fibers, but no structural failure or significant loss of material is present.

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