Shuttle - 1965.51.1
Title
Shuttle - 1965.51.1
Subject
Weaving equipment
Identifier
1965.51.1
Description
For heavy yarn. No spindle. Cop fits into cans (e.g. 65.38.3; 65.51.2-4), which then fit into shuttle.
Dimensions
L: 16"
W: 2 7/8"
H: 2 1/2"
W: 2 7/8"
H: 2 1/2"
Materials
Wood, bronze (spring)
Date of Manufacture
1885+
Geographic or Cultural Origin
American (?)
Maker
Marks: Pat. Nov. 10/85
Provenance
Gift from Mr. and Mrs. H. Whittemore Brown, Concord, MA
Condition
Fair. Bottom cracked due to wear.
Notes
Used for rug weaving. According to Bill Leinbach this provides an extremely fast way to weave rag rugs.
Collection
Citation
“Shuttle - 1965.51.1,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed May 17, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/58.