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Tool (for needlework) (Tambour hook)
1800-1840
Description
A fine iron hook. A hook with a cylindrical shaft, set into a turned bone handle with tang construction. The handle terminates with a baluster form with two cylindrical grooves.
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Iron
- Ivory
- Bone
Museum Object Number
1978.0102
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Susan Burrows Swan
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Object Number
1978.0102
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Tambour hook)
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1800-1840
Materials
- Iron
- Ivory
- Bone
Dimensions (inches)
4.1 (L) x 0.2 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
10.5 (L) x 0.5 (Diam)
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Rogers, Gay Ann. 1983 An Illustrated History of Needlework Tools.
• pg 193-95