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1897.69.7

Silk or string twister. [SM (Verve) 25/06/2014]

1897.69.7

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Collection type
Object
Description
Silk or string twister. [SM (Verve) 25/06/2014]
Long description
Silk or string twister. A machine made to produce twisted silk or string. It comprises a rectangular base with metal rod sticking up from one end and a brass wheel with crank handle at the other end. A length of three play string is attached to the rod and three hooks on the brass wheel to demonstrate how the machine is used. [SM (Verve) 25/06/2014]
Cultural groups
English
Person
Maker Unknown Maker
Field collector Unknown Collector
PRM source Bateman
PRM source J. Bateman
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1897
Date collected
By 1897
Acquisition information
Purchased: 1897
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Material Brass Metal, Material Copper Alloy Metal, Material String, Material Iron Metal, Process Drilled, Process Carpentered, Process Forged (Metal), Process Cast
Dimensions
Length: max 303 mm, Width: max 53 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1897.69.7

Search terms: Textile, Cordage, Specimen, Model, Cord, Weaving Accessory, Lace Accessory, Sewing Equipment

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