Pirn winder
Category
Furniture
Date
1700 - 1800
Materials
Ash, Mahogany, Oak
Measurements
178 x 120 mm; 560 mm (Diameter)357 mm (Length)28 mm (Length)
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East Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire
NT 201178
Summary
Mahogany, oak and ash pirn winder set on four legs with plain stretcher between two at one end. Eight spokes in wheel which is hand propelled. Spindle box rectangular with high ends. Part of the mechanism is missing including the shuttle. Previously described as a spinning wheel.
Provenance
Part of bequest of R.E.Marsden, 2002.