Small wooden tools
Title
Small wooden tools
Subject
hobo art
history
culture
Description
Rivaling a Swiss army knife and carved from a single piece of wood. Hoboes' ability to carve is most evidenced by their monikers, or nicknames, carved like tradesmarks on railroad sheds. Most pieces lack identification. A token or tinket a hobo might carve and give to someone in exchange for a favor. Discrimination against hoboes. Individuality and personal style. Most likely made for children.
Date
1980s
Contributor
Minneapolis Skinny
Format
tramp art
hobo art
Language
English
Type
still image
Identifier
Tools
Collection
Citation
“Small wooden tools,” Hobo Archive, accessed October 5, 2024, http://hoboarchive.lib.uiowa.edu/items/show/156.