Wheel, Spinning
Object number81.32
MediumWood
Credit LineGift of Doris Rapp
DescriptionWood spinning wheel also known as a great wheel, walking wheel or wool wheel.Dimensions55.9999 x 21 x 68.9999 in. (142.2 x 53.3 x 175.3 cm)MarksNumber painted on base
Historical NotesThis handmade spinning wheel was used by the donor's grandmother in Somerset County, PA.Label TextWool was spun on the large wool wheel by standing and turning the wheel by hand.
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c. 1779
c.1830
