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1970.17

ID Number: 1970.17
Category: T&E For Materials
Sub-category: textileworking T&E
Item Name: swift
Materials: wood, unknown
Measurements: overall: 25 1/4 in
Description: wood; central axis, screw clamp, six pairs of crossed slats, joined at one end to spools on axis, and other end to matching pairs forming the circumference, diameter adjustable
History: The skein of wool was taken from the reel and put on a swift. The swift held the yarn in place and revolved as the yarn was wound into a ball, spinning and weaving. Belonged to family of E.C. Beaune who came from Wisconsin to this area in early 1900's.
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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Spinning & weaving subject

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