Patent Model - Washing-Machine
Maker and role
Joel Wisner, Patentee
Production date
Oct 20 1857
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wood, tin, brass
Measurements
8 x 10 1/8" (20.3 x 25.7cm)
Description
Wisner claims as his invention "the use of the fluted rim B, on the inside of the tub, the quarter moon knuckle edge rubber C and D, the serrated clamp (E) with springs arranged and operating in the manner for the purposes herein set forth made of metal or wood." (Patent Number 18,483)
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Object number
2015.14.209a,b
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