Spinning Wheel, Winder, Quilling Wheel - 1963.23.2
Title
Spinning Wheel, Winder, Quilling Wheel - 1963.23.2
Subject
Spinning Equipment
Identifier
1963.23.2
Description
A Scottish wheel from Galashiels, used both as a pirn-winder and wool wheel. The turning handle, sit-down height and wide wheel rim are closer to the medieval than to the American wool wheels.
Dimensions
L: 42"
H: 43"
W: 13"
Wheel: 30" diameter, 8 spokes
H: 43"
W: 13"
Wheel: 30" diameter, 8 spokes
Materials
Wood: oak, probably beech, and pine
Date of Manufacture
18th century
Geographic or Cultural Origin
Scotland
Provenance
Purchased of Arrol Young in Galashiels, Scotland in 1962 and received in 1963.
Condition
Excellent. Rim broken in shipping and repaired by H.R.
Collection
Citation
“Spinning Wheel, Winder, Quilling Wheel - 1963.23.2,” Marshfield School of Weaving - Textile Equipment Collection, accessed April 29, 2024, https://marshfieldschoolofweaving.omeka.net/items/show/43.