SPINNING WHEEL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a miniature spinning wheel made from light-colored wood, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. The wheel is adorned with floral patterns and concentric designs engraved on its surface, adding an elegant touch. It's mounted on a sturdy base with delicately carved legs, and the structure holds together with symmetrical components reflecting traditional Swedish design elements. A tag is attached to the spinning wheel with a string, and it reads “Miniature Swedish Spinning Wheel” along with a reference number “105/93.” The wheel rests on a textured white surface, set against a plain dark background, highlighting its detailed artistry. The string thread on the wheel suggests its functionality as a decorative miniature.

The image features a miniature spinning wheel made from light-colored wood, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. The wheel is adorned with floral patterns and concentric designs engraved on its surface, adding an elegant touch. It's mounted on a sturdy base with delicately carved legs, and the structure holds together with symmetrical components reflecting traditional Swedish design elements. A tag is attached to the spinning wheel with a string, and it reads “Miniature Swedish Spinning Wheel” along with a reference number “105/93.” The wheel rests on a textured white surface, set against a plain dark background, highlighting its detailed artistry. The string thread on the wheel suggests its functionality as a decorative miniature.

Name/Title

SPINNING WHEEL

Entry/Object ID

105/93

Description

SPINNING WHEEL/SWEDISH/MINIATURE

Collection

HISTORY

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Europe

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

Swedish

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Wheel, Spinning

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Textile Manufacturing Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Textileworking T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials

Dimensions

Width

6 in

Length

6 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Wood

Condition

Overall Condition

Good