Hackle - 1969.39

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Title

Hackle - 1969.39

Subject

Flax processing

Identifier

1969.39

Description

coarse

Dimensions

L: 26 1/4"
W: 6 3/4"
H: 6 1/2"

Cross section and arrangement of pins: square, tapering to a point; 29 rows or 2 pins in quincunx order

Materials

wood: base
ferrous metal: pins

Date of Manufacture

Approx. late 18th century

Provenance

Tag on base: "Mr. Wm. B. Goldsmith/Flax Hackler"

Condition

There are additional holes arranged in the shape of a triangle, 3 pins are broken at base.

Citation

“Hackle - 1969.39,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed May 2, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/62.