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19th Century Skein Swift

About the Item

A handsome 19th century swift with beautiful fruitwood base on ball feet and matching turned acorn finial, brass centre rod and wooden collapsible ribs with original silk ties. Used to wind skeins of yarn.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Diameter: 27 in (68.58 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: xsezijduirsr1stDibs: f79831610115684093fs

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