A remarkable collector's lot of 22 traditional East Midlands-style antique wooden lace-making bobbins. This selection features several highly detailed specialty bobbins demonstrating fine period craftsmanship alongside a rich assortment of glass bead spangles.
Key Highlights & Special Types:
- Pewter Inlay Work: Features a fine example of a "leopard/tiger" style bobbin with inlaid pewter bands and dots.
- Specialty Carving & Wire Work: Includes deep spiral/twist-carved shanks and decorative fine brass wire wrapping.
- Gimp / Trolly Bobbin: Includes 1 thick, bulbous gimp bobbin used for running heavier outline threads.
- Variety of Hardwoods: Turned from a mix of dark and light hardwoods with beautiful age-related patinas and traditional turned ring detailing.
- Glass Bead Spangles: Fitted with wired spangles boasting vibrant glass beads—including Venetian swirls, faceted clear glass, and rich teal, cobalt, pink, and green accent beads.
- Thread Included: Fine antique linen/cotton lace thread remains wound on several bobbin necks.
Condition:
Good antique condition overall with authentic wear consistent with age and traditional lacemaking use. Wiring and spangles remain intact. Please view all photos closely for full detail.
Shipping:
All 22 bobbins will be individually packed with care to protect the delicate wirework and glass beads, dispatched promptly via Royal Mail Tracked.