Working tool - Antique Turned Wooden Spool
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This European turned wooden umbrella swift, fitted with brass rivets, dates from the early 20th century and measures 39 × 39 × 15 cm.
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Antique Turned Wooden Umbrella Swift / Yarn Swift (Large Model) – 39 cm
Material: Hand-turned hardwood (fruitwood) with brass rivets and a carved wooden screw spindle
Date & Style: Europe, 19th century (approx. 1850–1900)
Dimensions: Height: 39.0 cm | Maximum arm span: 30.0 cm | Base diameter: approx. 14.0 cm
Description:
An imposing and exceptionally well-preserved antique wooden umbrella swift (yarn swift / wool swift) on an elegantly turned round pedestal base. At a total height of 39 cm, this is a monumental, robustly made example.
The object features a centrally carved wooden screw spindle that allows the four-arm concertina mechanism to be expanded or folded smoothly. The refined wooden slats are joined with small brass rivets and topped with a turned finial. The wood has a beautiful, warm amber-gold patina with authentic signs of use.
Selected by interior architect Marc Soudant for its kinetic, sculptural quality and the high level of 19th-century woodturning craftsmanship. A striking decorative accent for stylish, academically informed interiors.
Provenance:
From the curated collection of antique dealer and high-end interior architect Marc Soudant (Belgium/Maasmechelen). Documented on Antiq.com.
Condition:
In excellent, original, and fully functional condition. The wooden screw mechanism turns smoothly; all rivets and wooden slats are intact, with the original warm golden patina preserved.
Antique Turned Wooden Umbrella Swift / Yarn Swift (Large Model) – 39 cm
Material: Hand-turned hardwood (fruitwood) with brass rivets and a carved wooden screw spindle
Date & Style: Europe, 19th century (approx. 1850–1900)
Dimensions: Height: 39.0 cm | Maximum arm span: 30.0 cm | Base diameter: approx. 14.0 cm
Description:
An imposing and exceptionally well-preserved antique wooden umbrella swift (yarn swift / wool swift) on an elegantly turned round pedestal base. At a total height of 39 cm, this is a monumental, robustly made example.
The object features a centrally carved wooden screw spindle that allows the four-arm concertina mechanism to be expanded or folded smoothly. The refined wooden slats are joined with small brass rivets and topped with a turned finial. The wood has a beautiful, warm amber-gold patina with authentic signs of use.
Selected by interior architect Marc Soudant for its kinetic, sculptural quality and the high level of 19th-century woodturning craftsmanship. A striking decorative accent for stylish, academically informed interiors.
Provenance:
From the curated collection of antique dealer and high-end interior architect Marc Soudant (Belgium/Maasmechelen). Documented on Antiq.com.
Condition:
In excellent, original, and fully functional condition. The wooden screw mechanism turns smoothly; all rivets and wooden slats are intact, with the original warm golden patina preserved.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
39 cm
Width
39 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
early 20th century
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Antique Turned Wooden Spool
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