Plaster mother mold with inner rubber mold and plaster core. Indication of writing on the mold but has been plastered over with burlap. Plastic zip ties hold the mold together.
Master Electronic motor air compressor with hose. Pull handle and 2 wheels for moving. Damage due to storage, use and wear. Corrosion/Tarnish in different spots, greasy on motor, plaster spots on wheels and handle. Handle is chipped/ flaked.
Portrait relief mold for Alden Dow. The yellowish discoloring is from shellac used to seal the plaster. Inscribed on the bottom of the mold is "Humanitarian, Citizen Benefactor".
Plaster portrait of Alex Dow (1862-1942) was president of Detroit Edison for 28 years. He was also a Senator from Michigan. (more information can be found in the archives under "Series II Project Files, Alex Dow Memorial")