Patent Model - Improved Washing-Machine
Maker and role
William Badger, Patentee
Production date
May 03 1870
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wood
Measurements
4 1/2 x 4 3/4 x 4" (11.4 x 12.1 x 10.2cm)
Description
Badger's patent "relates to improvements in washing-machines, and consists in a simple and inexpensive attachment to ordinary wash-tubs for converting them into washing-machines with oscillating beaters, the same being suspended on a cover arranged for detachable connection to the tub, by means of keys wedging into the holes of the handles, and clamping the cover down on the top of the tub." (Patent Number 102,472)
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Object number
2015.14.1165a-c
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