Gartane leem. An open wooden box about the size of a shoebox, with a panel with a row of alternating long vertical gaps and holes projecting upwards from inside. On one end of the box is a crank which turns a bobbin wound with thread.

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Title

Gartane leem. An open wooden box about the size of a shoebox, with a panel with a row of alternating long vertical gaps and holes projecting upwards from inside. On one end of the box is a crank which turns a bobbin wound with thread.

Identifier

ABDUA:18991

Description

Gartane-leem with drawer, in wood. A small portable loom for weaving garters and cradle strings.

Format

wood, L: 362 mm W: 142 mm H: 101 mm

Type

Physical Object

Coverage

Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Speyside Banffshire

Provenance

Acquisition Source: University.of.Aberdeen