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Measuring and marking tools

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posted on 2025-02-07, 13:51 authored by Zeeshan A ShaikhZeeshan A Shaikh
Tools used in measuring an marking out on the chhot build. (L-R): pair of calipers; fixed gauge made from nail, with string and flag for ease of finding; plumb-bob made from a nail, with line; mortise gauge

Funding

Endangered Material Knowledge Programme

History

Rights owner

Zeeshan Alli Shaikh

Cultural group

Namasudra

Country

India

Place

Dihimandalghat, West Bengal

Cultural context/event

Building

Date of creation

2022-10-14

Unique ID

2022SG04-B02-0145