099 - Harrow

TOOL THAT WAS USED FOR leveling earth pellets that were created in the soil after plowing, in order to avoid the stagnation of rainwater and make the harvest of wheat easier in the summer. As soon as plowing finished, the farmer tied animals to the harrow, hopped on it and crossed the field harrowing the soil. Older harrows were made of trunks and tree branches, which were plaited together and formed a rectangular frame. This is made of iron and is an industrial product.

Donor: Vasilis Kontakos