N° d'objet
52/83
Description
This thatching bat, also known as a leggett, was made for the thatching exhibition at the Festival of Britain in 1951. It is made of wood, with a square head with straight grooves. It is of the type used for driving spars (also known as 'spicks') into thatch in order to secure it, and also for driving up the ends of the straw to obtain a smooth finish to the eaves.
Description physique
1 leggett: wood and metal; good condition
Date
1900-01-01 - 1949-12-31
Période de création
Twentieth century, first half
Nom d'objet
Matériel
