Swift
1850-1900
orEngland, Europe
Place madeUnited States, North America
Iron
closed: 18 x 3 x 1 in. ( 45.7 x 7.6 x 2.5 cm )
open: 18 x 3 x 1 x 16 in. ( 45.7 x 7.6 x 2.5 x 40.6 cm )
open: 18 x 3 x 1 x 16 in. ( 45.7 x 7.6 x 2.5 x 40.6 cm )
Z.77[dup]
Swifts were used for winding skeins or balls of yarn.
DescriptionIron swift with cast acanthus leaf and angel head clamp; cast thread holder at top with reeded rim; sheet iron spokes; remnants of green paint throughout.ClassificationsSEWING TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
