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Louis XVI Mahogany Spinning Wheel

Name: Louis XVI Mahogany Spinning Wheel
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: QCGT3GGU87
Price: 15500 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery Pellat de Villedon

15.500 €

Period 18th century

Style Louis XVI

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From: 78 000, Versailles, France

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Galerie Pellat de Villedon

78 000 Versailles

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Rare mahogany spinning wheel resting on four small feet supporting a circular base on which stand four fluted shafts supporting the rich and complex attributes of the spinning wheel. It is operated by a pedal connected to the wheel by a connecting rod-crank system.
The spinning wheel is decorated with gilded bronze threads in a row of pearls highlighting the lines of the wheel and the base.
Louis XVI period
Usual restorations
H. 87 x W. 37 x D. 34 cm

The Palace of Versailles still holds a spinning wheel reputed to have belonged to Queen Marie-Antoinette (V.5148), which testifies to the practice of sewing activities prized in the highest echelons of society. We will note the subtle play of the gilded bronze rods in a pearl row which underlines the finesse of the object, of a very feminine taste. Used to spin wool or hemp, it is an accessory inseparable from the life of a housewife. It appeared in the 18th century, replacing the spindle used until then.

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Additional Information

Condition	As is
Style	Louis XVI (Craft furniture of Louis XVI Style)
Period	18th century (Craft furniture 18th century)
Country of origin	France
Materials	Mahogany, Gilt bronze