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What is it?
Nail Pouch
What is it made of?
Canvas
Where is it from?
Japan
When was it made?
1970-1979
Object ID
AB 81-74
Description

This nail bag is made of white canvas and features black lettering. It has a drawstring to secure the bag around the waist, as well as a large, deep pocket and a smaller front pocket containing assorted nails. The text on the front is an advertisement for a nail shop with its phone number. The bag has a black leather reinforcement on the bottom. It was used by carpenters on The Japanese House project in 1979.

Credit
Gift of Yasuimoku Komuten Co., Ltd., 1979
AB 81-74 Nail Pouch