antique great wheel spinning wheel ornament detailed with hand-painted florals and

detailed with hand-painted florals and fine gilt scrollwork

100% virgin acrylic

vintage men's sweater

It has a knobbed lid and handle at back

and the painted wood base displays surface wear and paint loss

antique great wheel spinning wheel ornament detailed with hand-painted florals andThis early American great wheel spinning wheel dates to the mid 19th century and beautifully showcases the craftsmanship of its time. The sculptural form features a wide drive wheel with finely turned spokes, supported on a narrow bench with splayed legs and a slender upright distaff. Its natural wood finish has developed a rich, time worn patina that reflects both age and authenticity. Once used for hand spinning wool and flax, this wheel now makes a