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Rubbing tool
Rubbing tool

Rubbing tool

Date1870
Object number00040143
NameRubbing tool
MediumWood, metal
Dimensions120 x 42 x 35 mm
ClassificationsTools and equipment
Credit LineAustralian National Maritime Collection William Russell Sailmaking Collection
DescriptionHand carved lignum vitae rubbing tool made by Nils Reiberg.HistoryUsed for creasing canvas and flattening hand stitching on seams and tablings of sails. Part of the William Russell Sailmaking Collection.