University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database

Object number
53/180
Description
A flax comb used in the textile industry for combing flax. It is also known as a 'flax hatchel'. It originally came from Uppland, Sweden.
This flax comb is a tool used in the textile industry for combing flax. It is also known as a 'flax hatchel'. It originally came from Uppland, Sweden.
Physical description
1 flax comb: wood, metal (wrought iron); good condition
Archival history
Letter, donor to The MERL, 5 June 1953 - '[ink sketch]'
Object name
Comb, flax
Material
Wood, Metal, iron
Associated subject
CRAFTS : textile-working
Spinning and weaving