Block and Tackle Pulley System

Name/Title

Block and Tackle Pulley System

Description

Block and tackle pulley system consisting of two wooden blocks connected by rope. Two wooden blocks with metal sheaves. Each block has two "double blocks" which are iron bound and riveted in place. Each block also has a large hook and upper block has a ring at its bottom, a hook at the top and is attached to timber tongs.

Made/Created

Artist

American, unknown

Date made

1880 - 1920

Time Period

late 19th or early 20th century

Place

Region

New England

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

None

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Blocks

Width

10 cm

Depth

9.3 cm

Length

16.2 cm

Dimension Description

Drop forged iron hook

Width

7.4 cm

Length

14 cm

Diameter

2 cm

Material

Wood, Rope

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good