Double-headed darner

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Double-headed darner

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.329

Description

Large mushroom darner connected to large beehive darner by a cylindrical handle. Handle has two incised rings around middle. General scratches from previous use. Wood is chipped and splitting at bottom of beehive darner from age. Wood has become smooth from use. Top of mushroom darner has ridges grid pattern due to wear from needle.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

darning mushrooms

Dimensions

Height

24.2 cm

Material

Wood

Color

Brown

Research Notes

Notes

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