Description: Prototype Textile Machine, 1893 World's Columbian Exposition (ca. 1893). An impressive prototype for a textile winder, coiler, or braider.Exhibited at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Constructed of chromed hardened steel and housed in a glass case with oak base. Provenance: from the collection of textile expert Susan A. Hatch (1856-1954). Hatch was appointed judge of textiles at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, and the following year became a buyer for Aitken, Son, and Co. in New York. She was employed as foreign and domestic buyer of neckwear, handkerchiefs and artificial flowers for engineer Saks and Co, later Saks Fifth Avenue, in 1901 and remained with firm until her retirement in 1928. All parts move. Made from chromed, hardened steel. The hub of the wire spool is painted wood. It is anchored inside the oak case, as is the 19th century brass alcohol burner. Overall approximately 15 1/2 x 14 x 22 inches. I apologize the photos aren't better but hesitate to dismantled the glass case. Email any day (see email address above---I normally check email several times each day) for any questions you may have. A word about condition. Those of you who have purchased from me before know that I am very picky about condition. I will try to note anything of significance in the description. However, please check the photos carefully---as they say ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ We will arrange shipping for you; our experience with large or small has been excellent and I am careful about who I allow to handle our pieces. Or you are welcome to pickup any piece at our STORE IN PIERCETON, INDIANA. Concerning payment: With 20% as an initial payment you can also pay out the piece if you like, just email ahead so we can work out terms for that method. Let me know if you would like additional information about any item. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Price: 3150 USD
Location: Pierceton, Indiana
End Time: 2024-11-12T20:50:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
