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Whip owned by British abolitionist Charles James Fox

late 18th century

Caribbean; London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Source catalog description

This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

Wooden handle with hide lash and hide loop through opposite end for hanging storage.

Catalog date
late 18th century
Recorded places
Caribbean; London, England, United Kingdom, Europe
Recorded subjects
African American; Antislavery; Slavery; Violence

Sources & collection details

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Catalog metadata · CC0 · Source checked 2026-10-20

Catalog reference: 2010.21.1.3

Collection: National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection

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