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Tool (for needlework) (Winding clamp)
1775-1850
Description
An iron winding clamp. An iron spindle on a cylindrical base, designed to clamp onto a table. Used to wind thread. The spindle is stamped with a bead pattern and topped with a grooved finial. Stamped and etched floral decorations throughout the flat surfaces of th base and clamp.
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Iron
Museum Object Number
1964.0788 A, B
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1964.0788 A, B
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Winding clamp)
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1775-1850
Materials
- Iron
Dimensions (inches)
10 (H) x 3 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
26 (H) x 7 (W)