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Tool (for needlework) (Curved needle)
1890-1910
Description
An iron needle. A cylindrical iron shaft that tapers to a curved point at one end. The opposite end terminates with a rectangular (.9 cm long) eye. Mark: Stamped incuse along shaft "MADE IN ENGLAND"
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Iron
Museum Object Number
1981.0225
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Russell Ward Nadeau in memory of D. J. and Alice Shumway Nadeau
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Object Number
1981.0225
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Curved needle)
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1890-1910
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Shaft
Inscription: Stamped incuse "MADE IN ENGLAND"
Mark/Signature: No
Materials
- Iron
Dimensions (inches)
4.9 (L) x 0.2 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
12.5 (L) x 0.4 (Diam)
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Beaudry, Mary. Findings: The material culture of needlework and sewing.
• Example of similar, pg 57 Fig 3.5 D