Teasing Wool, Women of Royee Village Preparing Wool for Spinning
Abstract
The image captures a group of women from Royee village engaged in the traditional practice of wool teasing. ABN, MKH, BBN and ASH are carefully teasing the fibres to prepare them for spinning. The close-up focus on their hands and the wool emphasises the delicate, skillfull nature of the teasing process, as the fibres are gradually separated and prepared for spinning.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Fashion and Cultural Textiles
Photographic and Visual Arts
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN