Dublin Core
Title
Heckle. A large square wooden comb with a handle and iron pins pointing up from the body.
Identifier
ABDUA:18854
Description
Heckle, with frame in wood and teeth in iron. Rectangular frame with extended handle. Used in dressing flax.
Date
Early: 1800 Late: 1900
Format
wood metal iron, L: 259 mm W: 90 mm L(nails): 26 mm
Type
Physical Object
Coverage
Europe, Scotland
Provenance
Acquisition Source: Robert.Wilson.Trust