Flowermakers tool
Object
Flowermakers tool
Object number
1994.176
Physical Description
Flowermakers tool
Associated Place
Material
Wood
Metal
Dimension
Height (Whole): 217mm
Width (Whole): 30mm
Width (Whole): 30mm
Exhibition Label
Equipment for making artificial flowers, late 1800s.
These tools and materials were used by women working from home to make artificial flowers in the late 1800s. This specialist trade was mostly based in Hoxton. The flowers were used to decorate hats.
These tools and materials were used by women working from home to make artificial flowers in the late 1800s. This specialist trade was mostly based in Hoxton. The flowers were used to decorate hats.
On display?
Yes
