Hackle with Cover - 1959.1.126
Title
Hackle with Cover - 1959.1.126
Subject
Flax processing equipment
Identifier
1959.1.126
Description
A racket-shaped piece of maple with two holes bored through the handle. The head holds about 42 square tapered metal spikes 6" long. A pine box 6 3/4" on each side (outside measure) fits over the spikes and is tied to the head by two stout cords. Box made with hand-wrought nails.
Dimensions
L: 17"
W: 6 1/2"
H: 8 3/8"
Cross section and arrangement of pins: square tapering to a point; 7 rows of 6 pins and 6 rows of 5 pins in quincunx order
W: 6 1/2"
H: 8 3/8"
Cross section and arrangement of pins: square tapering to a point; 7 rows of 6 pins and 6 rows of 5 pins in quincunx order
Materials
Wood: base and cover; Ferrous metal: pins and nails; Rope: cover ties
Provenance
Samuel Dale Stevens Collection
Condition
1 pin broken, cover loose at joints
Collection
Citation
“Hackle with Cover - 1959.1.126,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed May 2, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/24.