Measuring stick
Category
Tools
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood
Measurements
145 mm (Width) x 12 mm (Depth); 1290 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 39067
Summary
Rectangular length of planking with rounded edges. Very smooth. Used as a measuring device for fabrics, pencil markings on edges, / WALL / on top surface. Underside marked with perforated lines made by marking wheel used with coloured/carbon paper to transfer important shaping detail on to fabric before cutting.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.