Name/Title
Spinning wheelEntry/Object ID
2017.3.001Description
Spinning wheel; horizontal, spindle. Rectangular table rests on three legs. Slanted wheel post fits through table. Drive wheel has ten spokes, and a flat rim constructed in two sections. The drive wheel axle fits through the wheel post, secured by a pin in front. The slanted spindle post which fits into the table has two short posts, secured by pins under the table, on each side of it. A threaded screw runs through the short posts and the spindle post. Wooden nuts on each side of the spindle post can be tightened to adjust its position. An accelerating head fits into the top of the spindle post. Turnings on spindle post and spokes.Collection
Textile T&E Collection (ATHM)Acquisition
Accession
2017.3Credit Line
Transferred from the ATHM in Lowell, MA upon its closing in 2017Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
bottom stripTranscription
"Made by Wm Ney Myerstown Lebanon. Co. PA"Material/Technique
WovenOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
1991.178.18Dimensions
Height
58-1/2 inWidth
6 inDepth
22 inLength
68 inDimension Notes
Base measures 45x21.