Name/Title
Spinning wheelEntry/Object ID
2017.3.005Description
Spinning wheel; horizontal, bobbin/flyer, treadle. Slanted rectangular table rests on three splayed legs. The treadle fits into a pivoting bar between two legs. A cord footman connects the treadle to the drive wheel axle. Two slanted wheel posts fits through the table, secured by pins. (Front post pin not present.) The drive wheel axle rests in slots in the wheel posts, secured by a pin in the rear post. The drive wheel has fourteen spokes; the rim, with two grooves, is constructed in four sections. The mother-of-all support post fits through the table. The maidens are vertical, fitting through the table. The bobbin/flyer is complete and designed for a doubled drive-band. The tensioning screw passes through the table end. Distaff arm and holder fits into table behind the mother-of-all. Turnings on legs, posts, spokes, maidens, distaff post and arms- (Sheraton period)Collection
Textile T&E Collection (ATHM)Acquisition
Accession
2017.3Credit Line
Transferred from the ATHM in Lowell, MA upon its closing in 2017Made/Created
Date made
1790 - 1820Place
Country
IrelandRegion
Western EuropeContinent
EuropeOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
1991.178.30Dimensions
Height
41 inDepth
24 inLength
33 inDimension Notes
Base measures 23 x 24.