Name/Title
Weaving shed sticksEntry/Object ID
2023.6.19Description
Three shed sticks, used for weaving on a loom, made of dark wood and of varying dimensions.Context
By tipping it on its edge, a shed stick can be used to create the shed opening during weaving.Collection
Milton Sonday CollectionLexicon
Getty AAT
Concept
weaving, looms (textile tools)Dimensions
Dimension Description
AWidth
4 cmDepth
1 cmLength
20 cmDimension Description
BWidth
3.5 cmDepth
1.3 cmLength
27 cmDimension Description
CWidth
2.3 cmDepth
0.6 cmLength
22.2 cmParts
Count
3Parts
Shed sticks (A-C)Colors
Color
BrownColor Notes
Natural wood colorResearch Notes
Notes
"Backstrap Weaving" by Barbara Taber and Marilyn Anderson