Swift

Object/Artifact

-

Historic Stonington

Whalebone Swift

Whalebone Swift

Name/Title

Swift

Entry/Object ID

2008.0106

Description

Swift made from whalebone. There are alternating red and white ribbons on the corners. A revolving and expandable reel used for winding yarn. Mounted on wooden base with tortoiseshell and ivory panels. 3 ivory feet, one is wood replacement. 96 slats. Restored 2002

Collection

Lighthouse

Made/Created

Date made

1800 - 1850

Notes

Date: early 19th. cent