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A Set of 8 Antique French Spindle Distaffs, 19th Century
$649.65per set
£488.11per set
€550per set
CA$894.57per set
A$1,001.19per set
CHF 524.09per set
MX$12,162.61per set
NOK 6,654.56per set
SEK 6,279.71per set
DKK 4,186.05per set
About the Item
A rare and decorative set of eight hand-turned wooden distaffs (quenouilles), likely dating to the 19th century, France. Each piece displays unique lathe-turned details, bearing the patina and character of time. Traditionally used in spinning, these sculptural objects now serve beautifully as rustic decorative accents — whether displayed grouped in a vessel or mounted as wall art.
Lengths and diameters vary, up to approx. 33 cm (13 in)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33 cm)Diameter: 1.19 in (3 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 8
- Materials and Techniques:Wood,Turned
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:unknown
- Condition:Minor losses.
- Seller Location:SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7052245521762
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