Pointed ball darner on needle holder handle

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Pointed ball darner on needle holder handle

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.385

Description

Ball-shaped darner on handle with two large annulated knops at top of handle. Top of the ball forms a slight point. Handle comes off right below lower knop. This bottom part of handle is hollow to hold pins and needles. Top of egg shows scratching from previous needle use.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Dimensions

Height

21.7 cm

Material

Wood

Color

Brown

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: pp. 46-47 in "Darn It!"