Double-headed darner

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Double-headed darner

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.325

Description

Double-ended darner with one side a rounded cylinder and the other a large beehive darner, connected by a cylindrical handle with a raised ring at middle. Handle still shows clear varnish, which has been worn away on ends from previous use. Dents and scratches from needles also present over ends.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

darning eggs

Dimensions

Height

23.4 cm

Material

Wood

Color

Brown

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: pp. 54-55 in "Darn It!"