roof strut

Model tent 15 roof struts, roughly finished, with a pointed base, straight shaft for c. 2/3 – ¾ of the length and bent inwards at the top section; each with a red thread (woollen) inserted through the upper tip and ending in a tassel at the bottom end. One strut is broken and two struts lack the woollen tie rope. Made by the husband of one of the members of the ‘Golden Thimble’ co-operative, Bokanbaev, for display and sale.

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