Object number
75/100
Collection
Description
Harrow consisting of a frame with 4 rows of tines. Used to break up the surface of the soil ready for sowing. Part of the Sharp collection
This is a harrow consisting of a frame with four rows of metal tines. The tines were used to break up the surface of the soil ready for sowing. This item came to the collection as part of the Sharp collection.
Physical description
Harrow: wood, metal
Archival history
The Sharp Collection of agricultural and dairying equipment was compiled by Reverend C. J. Sharp at Wonersh, Surrey. Reverend Sharp died in 1967 and the Museum acquired the Collection for £60 in 1968., MERL 'Handwritten accession' form (Institute of Agricultural History) – 'Harrow // Cultivating Harrowing // Purchase from Rev. C. J. Sharp // Wooden harrow consisting of a frame with four rows of metal tines // 126cm x 57.6cm x 16.5cm’
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