Soapstone brush, fibers from the soapstone plant, and handle made from glue from the soapstone plant. Mid-19th century, California through Oregon. Although other uses, mainly used to clean the mortars when grinding acorns or maize. 6" x 4 1/2".
Soaproot Brush
The most difficult part of making a soaproot brush is finding the soaproot plant (Chlorogalum pomeridianum). Look for a rosette of long thin leaves along the ground with a yard-tall stalk at its center. In the spring or early summer, bra
PERIOD: Mid 19th CenturyORIGIN: California, United States
SIZE: 6" x 4 1/2"