Historical information
Thread-winders had been essential sewing tools when cotton and threads were bought in skeins and needed to be sound onto something to keep them from tangling.
Souvenir thread winder showing two views of German spa town buildings. (?set of five)
Significance
Souvenir thread winder from Germany
Physical description
Wooden six pointed star, lacquered thread winder, pink colour, decorated with one black scene on either side
Inscriptions & markings
Waldenschlösschen Kösen (side angle of building with flag flying)
Kursaal (Front view long building)
Subjects
References
- Thread Winders. A Collector's Guide by Diane Pelham Burn (Plate 69)
