Item 8: Retting flax, Courtrai, Belgium.
File — Box: 7, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Black and white image shows rows of dried flax being soaked in the river in order to separate the outer bark from the inner flax fibre for spinning. The river Lys is ideal for this purpose, as it is free from minerals that might stain the fibers. Courtrai is the center of Belgium's linen industry. Meadville, Pa.: Keystone View Company, ca. 1900-1920. ca. 17.5 x 9 cm.
Format: Stereoptic print.
Dates
- 1842-2003
Language of Materials
Collection material in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
6.33 cubic feet
Repository Details
Part of the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation & Archives Repository
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