Hello everyone,
My name is Andreia Angst, and I am an enthusiast/student of tailoring/museology. Recently, I came across an antique object that I believe might be a tool used in tailoring, but I would like to confirm its function and gather more information about it.
It is made of wood and has several adjustable parts. Based on its appearance, I suspect it might be an anthropometric ruler or some kind of gauge used for measuring body dimensions.
I would be very grateful if someone could help me identify this object more accurately and, if possible, provide information about its historical use and significance in tailoring practice.
Thank you in advance for all contributions to my research.
Thank you very much for contributing to my research.
great measure tool! It is to measure the depth of the armhole as well as others. I have a similar one called a Lenassi Achsenmesser. Google it and you get an idea how it works.
Could it be a tool made to measure armpit width or back width? you put the vertical stick under your arm (in front of the shoulder) and extend the measuring tape to the center back.