The object is a painted wooden bait box with leather strap hinge and closure, iron-alloy hardware, and twine tie. The box is painted light blue on the interior and exterior surfaces. A series of drilled holes are present on five faces of the box to allow air circulation.
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Bait Box

Maker unknown

about 1920–40

Artwork Information

  • Title:

    Bait Box

  • Artist:

    Maker unknown

  • Artist Bio:

    American

  • Date:

    about 1920–40

  • Medium:

    Painted wood, fabric flags

  • Dimensions:

    16 1/2 x 7 3/8 x 4 1/2 inches

  • Credit Line:

    Wichita Art Museum, Museum purchase, Burneta Adair Endowment Fund

  • Object Number:

    2016.1.628a-c

  • Display:

    Not Currently on Display