1980.16.136 - Flax Break
Title
1980.16.136 - Flax Break
Subject
Flax processing equipment
Identifier
1980.16.136
Description
Trestle footed base has two uprights that are joined
by a cross beam at the mid-section and by a table with two lengthwise slots at the top. A device for breaking the flax pivots between the two slots in the table.
by a cross beam at the mid-section and by a table with two lengthwise slots at the top. A device for breaking the flax pivots between the two slots in the table.
Dimensions
horizontal 42.25 in. x vertical 29 in. x depth 27.5 in.
Materials
wood
Date of Manufacture
19th century - note spikes and doweling
Condition
Split repaired in median stretcher
Massive split in clasp blade
Massive split in clasp blade
Collection
Citation
“1980.16.136 - Flax Break,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed May 4, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/77.