Pincushion and spool stand1880–19305 3/4 x 4 5/8 " (14.6 x 11.7 cm)Maple, pine, cotton, metal, beeswaxGift of Robert Bishop1985.37.80Tomato-shaped pincushion of tufted dark blue cotton mounted on turned maple pedestal base with seven nails 1 1/2" h. ringing circumference of base and partially melted candlewax with ribbon loop. Pincushion divided into eight wedge-shaped segments by blue thread tightly wrapped around form. Horizontal seam covered by blue thread, twisted around each verticle thread. Pedestal with ring turning at top of neck and at base. Nails inserted through bottom of base to top around 3" diameter recessed area. Pedestal inserted and glued in to 3/8" dia. hole in base.1529221016Artist unidentifiedTools and EquipmentShakerCanterburyCanterburyUnited StatesNew HampshireTextilesCanterburyTEXTILES
Spool stands such as this were manufactured at several northeastern Shaker communities. Although occasionally used within the community, their chief function was as an item for sale in Shaker shops. Spool stands often included emery, beeswax, and a needlebook tied with ribbons.
Elizabeth V. Warren and Stacy C. Hollander, "Spool Stand," Expressions of a New Spirit: Highlights from the Permanent Collection of the Museum of American Folk Art (New York: American Folk Art Museum, 1989), 12618751935 1985 37 8 TEXTILES
Spool stands such as this were manufactured at several northeastern Shaker communities. Although occasionally used within the community, their chief function was as an item for sale in Shaker shops. Spool stands often included emery, beeswax, and a needlebook tied with ribbons.
Elizabeth V. Warren and Stacy C. Hollander, "Spool Stand," Expressions of a New Spirit: Highlights from the Permanent Collection of the Museum of American Folk Art (New York: American Folk Art Museum, 1989), 126