Patent Model - Improvement in Washing-Machines
Maker and role
S. Burr, Patentee
Production date
Oct 29 1881
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wood, metal
Measurements
9 x 10 x 7 1/4" (22.9 x 25.4 x 18.4cm)
Description
Burr's patent includes "within the frame of a single machine a washing-machine and also a press, which may be used for pressing the water from wet clothes, or for pressing cheese, or for any other similar purpose to which presses of that character are applicable." (Patent Number 33,567)
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Object number
2015.14.375a,b
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