Teasing mill, c.18th century. Model of a teasing mill, also known as a gig-mill. This was used to raise the pile on the surface of woollen cloth. The mill has a large, open drum, between the bars of which can be secured metal frames to carry teazles. The cloth is raised by its contact with the rotating drum whilst being wound from the rollers.

Picture Reference: 10209194
Subject: TRADE & INDUSTRY > Textile Industries > Machinery, Spinning, 18Th Century
Inventory No.: SCM/20689
Credit: Science Museum

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