Description
A vintage “Carnell” Rug Maker and Carpet Maker, presented in its printed cardboard box with the metal components shown in the photographs. The slotted tool has a red end cap, accompanied by pointed tubular attachments and a screw fitting.
A fascinating piece for a collection of vintage needlework tools, sewing-room accessories or domestic craft memorabilia.
A little history
The Carnell was a rug-punch tool associated with home rug making. A specialist rug-making history archive links the tool with craft-magazine material from 1936, placing the design within the tradition of making rugs and carpets at home. This provides background to the tool rather than an exact manufacturing date for this example.
Details and condition
- Box measures approximately 12cm long.
- Printed box labelled “The ‘Carnell’ Rug Maker and Carpet Maker”.
- Includes the metal tool components pictured.
- The box has an old tape repair and edge wear commensurate with age.
- The metal components show surface marks and discolouration commensurate with age.
Please browse all photographs for a closer look at the contents and condition. Completeness and working operation have not been verified.
Vintage Carnell Rug Maker and Carpet Maker in Box
£16.00
Description
A vintage “Carnell” Rug Maker and Carpet Maker, presented in its printed cardboard box with the metal components shown in the photographs. The slotted tool has a red end cap, accompanied by pointed tubular attachments and a screw fitting.
A fascinating piece for a collection of vintage needlework tools, sewing-room accessories or domestic craft memorabilia.
A little history
The Carnell was a rug-punch tool associated with home rug making. A specialist rug-making history archive links the tool with craft-magazine material from 1936, placing the design within the tradition of making rugs and carpets at home. This provides background to the tool rather than an exact manufacturing date for this example.
Details and condition
- Box measures approximately 12cm long.
- Printed box labelled “The ‘Carnell’ Rug Maker and Carpet Maker”.
- Includes the metal tool components pictured.
- The box has an old tape repair and edge wear commensurate with age.
- The metal components show surface marks and discolouration commensurate with age.
Please browse all photographs for a closer look at the contents and condition. Completeness and working operation have not been verified.