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 and SLH 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